Transfer: Brighton sign Nigerian youngster on five-year contract

Author: Mike OyebolaPublished on: June 6, 2026Country: Nigeria

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Transfer: Brighton sign Nigerian youngster on five-year contract

Nigerian youngster Zadok Yohanna, 18, has joined Premier League club Brighton & Hove Albion from Swedish club AIK on a permanent transfer, signing a five-year contract. Brighton beat Newcastle United and Chelsea to the winger's signature. Yohanna scored two goals and registered three assists in seven league appearances for AIK this season.

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