AIK was in advanced talks to sign Kennedy Okpala from Paderborn, but according to Aftonbladet, the transfer will not happen. The report states the reason is that AIK did not sell Axel Kouame, who had interest from Saudi club Al-Ettifaq. Aftonbladet also adds that Okpala had been prepared to leave for several days and is reportedly disappointed over the failed transfer.

According to Sportbladet, AIK is targeting SC Paderborn's Kennedy Okpala as their first priority for a striker. AIK hopes to have a signing completed within the next week. According to Sportbladet, talks between the parties are well advanced. Okpala is well-scouted by AIK, and the club has been monitoring the player since the winter.

Swedish club AIK is monitoring the situation of German-Nigerian forward Kennedy Okpala. The 21-year-old SC Paderborn player is also reportedly of interest to Cracovia. The two clubs are thought to be the main options currently being considered by Okpala for his future. Okpala joined Paderborn in January 2026 and has a current Transfermarkt market value of €1.50m. For the 2025/2026 season, he scored one goal in 12 appearances in the 2. Bundesliga and had 16 goals in 71 appearances in the 3. Liga.