Z. Yohanna Transfer from AIK to Newcastle United
Despite interest and an approach from Newcastle United, Zadok Yohanna ultimately chose to join Brighton from AIK.
Despite interest and an approach from Newcastle United, Zadok Yohanna ultimately chose to join Brighton from AIK.
Zadok Yohanna must decide between Chelsea and Newcastle United. The 'Daily Mail' reports that offers from both Premier League clubs for the 18-year-old have been accepted. The Swedish club AIK accepted offers of 25 million euros from the two competitors. Yohanna is under contract with the Swedish first division club until 2029 and has attracted the interest of numerous European top clubs.
Zadok Yohanna must decide between Chelsea and Newcastle United. The 'Daily Mail' reports that offers from both Premier League clubs for the 18-year-old have been accepted. The Swedish club AIK accepted offers of 25 million euros from the two competitors. Yohanna is under contract with the Swedish first division club until 2029 and has attracted the interest of numerous European top clubs.
According to The Daily Mail, Newcastle United have had a €25 million bid for Zadok Yohanna accepted by AIK. The same report adds that Newcastle are seeking to reach an agreement on personal terms before the Premier League summer window officially opens on 15 June. AIK released a statement on Sunday which said that AIK Fotboll has started negotiations concerning the sale of the player. The statement also said that the current bid suggests a net profit effect of more than £20m and that an agreement will be announced if one is reached.
According to The Daily Mail, Newcastle United have had a €25 million bid for Zadok Yohanna accepted by AIK. The same report adds that Newcastle are seeking to reach an agreement on personal terms before the Premier League summer window officially opens on 15 June. AIK released a statement on Sunday which said that AIK Fotboll has started negotiations concerning the sale of the player. The statement also said that the current bid suggests a net profit effect of more than £20m and that an agreement will be announced if one is reached.
Newcastle have made a rival offer for Zadok Yohanna, with their bid understood to be approximately £20.5m. AIK has confirmed that they have opened negotiations to sell the player. A statement on AIK's website said that AIK Fotboll has initiated negotiations regarding the sale of Zadok Yohanna and that the current bid indicates a net profit effect higher than £20m.
Newcastle have made a rival offer for Zadok Yohanna, with their bid understood to be approximately £20.5m. AIK has confirmed that they have opened negotiations to sell the player. A statement on AIK's website said that AIK Fotboll has initiated negotiations regarding the sale of Zadok Yohanna and that the current bid indicates a net profit effect higher than £20m.
According to Florian Plettenberg, no final agreements regarding Zadok Yohanna were reached with any club on the day of the report. Plettenberg stated that talks will continue on Thursday, that several clubs remain in contention, and that Newcastle is also involved.
According to Florian Plettenberg, no final agreements regarding Zadok Yohanna were reached with any club on the day of the report. Plettenberg stated that talks will continue on Thursday, that several clubs remain in contention, and that Newcastle is also involved.
An offer of 30 million euros has been made by Newcastle United for Zadok Yohanna. The offer is structured with 25 million euros guaranteed and an additional 5 million euros in performance-related bonuses. The proposal meets all of AIK's financial requirements. Footy-Africa reports that Newcastle United is in a leading position to sign the Nigerian winger.
An offer of 30 million euros has been made by Newcastle United for Zadok Yohanna. The offer is structured with 25 million euros guaranteed and an additional 5 million euros in performance-related bonuses. The proposal meets all of AIK's financial requirements. Footy-Africa reports that Newcastle United is in a leading position to sign the Nigerian winger.
Newcastle have submitted a formal bid for Zadok Yohanna. According to Swedish outlet Expressen, Newcastle have made a bid of €24million (£20.7m / $27.9m) plus bonuses for Yohanna, which the outlet described as a 'monster bid'. Talks between Newcastle and AIK are said to be ongoing. Florian Plettenberg wrote on X that Newcastle have begun pursuing Zadok Yohanna and that the interest is concrete. A decision is expected soon.
Newcastle have submitted a formal bid for Zadok Yohanna. According to Swedish outlet Expressen, Newcastle have made a bid of €24million (£20.7m / $27.9m) plus bonuses for Yohanna, which the outlet described as a 'monster bid'. Talks between Newcastle and AIK are said to be ongoing. Florian Plettenberg wrote on X that Newcastle have begun pursuing Zadok Yohanna and that the interest is concrete. A decision is expected soon.
Newcastle have shown concrete interest in 18-year-old Nigerian winger Zadok Yohanna and are now competing to sign him. However, Yohanna has an existing agreement with Brighton, which remains in direct negotiations with AIK. It is reported that Brighton is not ceasing its efforts despite the competition from Newcastle and other clubs, and a decision is expected soon. Yohanna, who joined AIK in July 2025, has a contract with the club until the end of 2029 and has recorded 2 goals and 3 assists in 7 league appearances in the 2025/2026 season. In June 2026, AIK's asking price was reported to be €35 million. A conflicting report from the same month suggested a transfer to Brighton was agreed for a fee of up to €14 million. This followed reports in May 2026 that Brighton was preparing an offer valued at approximately €22 million to €23 million. The player has a current Transfermarkt market value of €500k.
Newcastle have shown concrete interest in 18-year-old Nigerian winger Zadok Yohanna and are now competing to sign him. However, Yohanna has an existing agreement with Brighton, which remains in direct negotiations with AIK. It is reported that Brighton is not ceasing its efforts despite the competition from Newcastle and other clubs, and a decision is expected soon. Yohanna, who joined AIK in July 2025, has a contract with the club until the end of 2029 and has recorded 2 goals and 3 assists in 7 league appearances in the 2025/2026 season. In June 2026, AIK's asking price was reported to be €35 million. A conflicting report from the same month suggested a transfer to Brighton was agreed for a fee of up to €14 million. This followed reports in May 2026 that Brighton was preparing an offer valued at approximately €22 million to €23 million. The player has a current Transfermarkt market value of €500k.
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