OFFICIAL: Nigerian Winger Yohanna Joins Brighton On Five-Year Deal

Premier League side Brighton & Hove Albion announced the signing of 18‑year‑old Nigerian winger Zadok Yohanna on a five‑year contract.

The club confirmed the deal in a statement on its official website on Saturday.

“Brighton & Hove Albion have agreed the signing of winger Zadok Yohanna from AIK Stockholm on a five‑year contract until June 2031 for undisclosed terms,” the club wrote.

“Zadok will complete his move to the club when the transfer window reopens and it will be subject to the usual regulatory approvals.”

“The 18‑year‑old Nigerian, who turns 19 later this month, will join us having established himself as one of the most exciting prospects in Europe, after making a big impact in Sweden’s top division this season.”

“Zadok began his career at the Ikon Allah Football Academy in Nigeria before moving to Sweden in 2025, where he quickly adapted to European football with AIK.”

“He has made 18 appearances for AIK this season in the league and cup, scoring five goals and providing four assists.”

After completing the move, Yohanna said Brighton’s reputation for developing young talent was the main reason for leaving AIK Stockholm.

He added that the club’s philosophy matched his own ambitions.

“I watch Premier League games a lot, so I know the teams that use young players, and Brighton is one of them,” Yohanna said. “They are really good at developing young talents, and I think their style of play will fit me a lot.”

Yohanna admitted that leaving AIK was difficult, citing the support he received there.

“I had a lot of good people around me who took care of me. Everyone loved me, so it was difficult to leave.”

He also mentioned speaking with Brighton head coach Fabian Hurzeler before agreeing to join the club.

“He urged me to keep fighting and working hard. I will give everything I have and I really want to win trophies with the team.”

Reports suggest Newcastle and Chelsea were also interested in the young winger.

Yohanna was named in the Super Eagles squad for the Unity Cup but had to withdraw because of injury.

By James Agberebi

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