Nigerian winger Zadok Yohanna joins Brighton in 5-year deal

Author: Emmanuel OkogbaPublished on: June 6, 2026Country: Nigeria

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Nigerian winger Zadok Yohanna joins Brighton in 5-year deal

Brighton & Hove Albion have signed Nigerian winger Zadok Yohanna from AIK Stockholm on a five-year contract. The 19-year-old scored five goals and provided four assists in 18 appearances this season. Manager Fabian Hurzeler praised his pace and creativity. Yohanna began at Ikon Allah Football Academy in Nigeria before moving to Sweden in 2025.

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