Colin Farnerud

Colin Elliot Farnerud (born 12 March 2004) is a footballer who plays as a midfielder for VfB Stuttgart II. Born in France, he is a Sweden youth international.

Early life
Farnerud lived in Norway as a child. He started playing football at the age of four.

Club career
As a youth player, he joined the youth academy of Swedish side IFK Göteborg. In 2012, he joined the youth academy of French side FC Mougins. In 2019, he joined the youth academy of French side RC Lens. He was regarded as one of the club's most important players. He started his career with German side VfB Stuttgart II. On 8 April 2023, he debuted for the club during a 0–2 loss to FC 08 Homburg.

International career
Farnerud represented Sweden internationally at youth level. He is eligible to represent France internationally, having been born in the country.

Style of play
Farnerud mainly operates as a midfielder. He has compared his style of play to Netherlands international Frenkie de Jong.

Personal life
Farnerud is the son of Sweden international Pontus Farnerud. He is the nephew of Sweden international Alexander Farnerud. He has a younger sister.