Nigerian youngster Zadok Yohanna has pledged to give everything for Brighton & Hove Albion after completing a club-record €28 million move from Swedish side AIK Stockholm, with a further €2 million included in performance-related add-ons.
The highly-rated winger arrives at the Premier League club after an impressive rise in Sweden and is eager to begin the next chapter of his career in England.
The 18-year-old attracted attention with his performances for AIK Stockholm during the early stages of the 2026 season. His pace, attacking threat and confidence in one-on-one situations helped establish him as one of the most exciting young Nigerian talents playing abroad. Those displays convinced Brighton to move for the teenager as part of their long-term recruitment strategy.
Speaking after his arrival, Yohanna explained that Brighton’s reputation for developing young players played a major role in his decision.
”I watch Premier League games a lot, so I know the teams that use young players, and Brighton is one of them. They are really good at developing young talents, and I think their style of play will fit me a lot.”
Brighton have earned praise in recent years for providing opportunities to emerging talents and helping them progress into first-team football.
Despite his excitement about joining Brighton, Yohanna admitted that leaving AIK Stockholm was not easy after building strong relationships at the Swedish club.
”I had a lot of good people around me who took care of me. Everyone loved me, so it was difficult to leave.”
His time in Sweden proved crucial in his development, helping him adapt to European football and prepare for a move to one of the world’s most competitive leagues.
Yohanna also revealed that he spoke with Brighton head coach Fabian Hurzeler before finalising the transfer.
”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.”
The teenager’s comments underline his determination to make an impact at Brighton as he begins life in the Premier League.
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