 It was announced in late-December 2012 that Hansen intended not to renew his contract at Viborg FF.Despite linked with a move to France it was announced in May 2013, it was confirmed that he would join FC Nordsjælland on a three-year contract, keeping him until 2016.After being on the bench in the opening game of the season, Hansen made his Nordsjælland debut on 26 July 2013, in a 1–1 draw against his former club, Viborg FF.