Flo began his professional career in his homeland with Tromsø IL, making his debut in 1993. After one season he joined SK Brann, where his goal-scoring prowess first began to attract attention. It wasn't long before his talents earned him a move abroad. In 1997, Flo signed for Chelsea in the Premier League for a modest fee of £300,000, a sum that would soon look like a bargain. Under manager Ruud Gullit and then Gianluca Vialli, Flo flourished at Stamford Bridge, becoming a fan favourite for his work rate, clever movement, and finishing. He scored 50 goals in 163 appearances for the London club and played a part in their 1998 UEFA Cup Winners' Cup victory, as well as their 2000 FA Cup triumph.

Despite his success, Chelsea's growing squad depth and a desire for more consistent starts led Flo to move to Rangers in November 2000 for a then-club record fee of £12 million - the most expensive signing in Scottish football at the time. Flo's time in Glasgow was marked by solid returns (38 goals in 71 games), but he never quite matched expectations commensurate with the price tag. Subsequent moves to Sunderland, Siena in Italy, and Vålerenga back in Norway followed, each offering a glimpse of his class but also signalling that the high point of his career was behind him.

Then, in January 2007, Flo made a surprising return to English football by signing a short-term deal with Leeds United, a club then mired in crisis. Leeds had fallen dramatically from the heights of the Champions League semi-final in 2001 to the depths of Championship relegation battles. Manager Dennis Wise was attempting to pull together a squad capable of avoiding the drop, and Flo was seen as a low-risk option who brought experience, aerial ability, and a cool head in front of goal.

Leeds fans greeted the signing with curiosity. Though Flo was no longer the player who had dazzled at Chelsea a decade earlier, there remained a sense of intrigue — could he offer the spark the team desperately needed? He arrived at Elland Road on a free transfer, and though his fitness was not at peak levels, Wise hoped that even a glimpse of Flo's past quality could turn tight games in Leeds' favour.

Flo made his debut for Leeds on January 13, 2007, in a Championship match against West Bromwich Albion, coming on as a substitute. Unfortunately, his impact was minimal, not least because of his lack of match sharpness. Just as he began to build some rhythm, injury struck. A foot injury sustained in training curtailed his involvement for much of the remainder of the campaign. Leeds, already plagued by instability, managerial changes, and ownership turmoil, were relegated to League One for the first time in the club's history at the end of the season.

Despite the club's relegation, Flo chose to stay and signed a one-year extension, showcasing a loyalty not often seen in players of his stature. Now playing in the third tier for the first time in his career, Flo hoped to rediscover his scoring touch and aid Leeds in their battle for promotion under new manager Gary McAllister. But once again, fitness issues and age were not on his side. He made a handful of appearances, largely from the bench, and managed just one league goal for Leeds - scored in a 2-1 win against Port Vale in August 2007.

Though he showed flashes of quality, Flo struggled to exert a regular influence on matches. His legs, once so deceptive for his 6'4" frame, simply couldn't match the tempo of the modern English lower leagues. The pace and physicality of League One football, coupled with his own injury concerns, made it difficult for him to contribute consistently. He featured sporadically throughout the 2007/08 campaign, making just 23 appearances in all competitions — mostly as a substitute — and scoring four goals. By the end of the season, it was clear that his time in professional football was drawing to a close.

Flo retired from professional football in March 2008, shortly before the season's end. While his spell at Leeds United was modest in output, it spoke volumes about his character. Rather than chasing one last lucrative move abroad, Flo chose to remain in English football with a club in crisis, hoping to make a difference. Though Leeds ultimately fell short in their promotion push — losing in the play-off final to Doncaster Rovers — his presence in the dressing room was widely credited with helping to mentor younger players during a tumultuous time.

Post-retirement, Flo transitioned into coaching and ambassadorial roles, working closely with youth players in Norway and taking on a role with Chelsea's loan development programme. His calm demeanour, tactical awareness, and multilingual abilities made him an asset in mentoring young footballers navigating international careers.

Reflecting on his career, Flo is often remembered for his contributions at Chelsea and Rangers, and for his 23 caps and 7 goals for Norway, including appearances at the 1998 World Cup. But for Leeds United fans, his time at Elland Road remains a short-lived but poignant reminder of the club's transitional struggles in the late 2000s. He may not have hit the heights expected of him during that spell, but his professionalism, humility, and willingness to step into the fray when others might have walked away earned him a quiet respect among the Elland Road faithful.

Tore André Flo's career spanned the elite and the unpredictable, from European finals to the grit of League One. His stint at Leeds United, while far from the most glamorous chapter, represents the enduring effort of a player determined to compete, contribute, and carry himself with dignity until the very last kick of a long and admirable career.