AIK Praise Yohanna Zadok’s Development in Farewell Note

Swedish giants AIK Stockholm have sent an emotional farewell message to 18-year-old Nigerian winger Zadok Yohanna following his transfer to Premier League side Brighton.

Yohanna, one of Europe’s most exciting young prospects, has signed a five-year contract with Brighton that will keep him at the Amex Stadium until June 2031.

The transfer fee remains undisclosed, but AIK officials emphasized that the move aligns with the club’s long-term vision.

AIK’s Head of Recruitment, Miika Takkula, praised Yohanna’s development and thanked him for his contribution: ‘It has been a great honor to have worked with Zadok. We will be excited to follow his continued career, and I speak for the entire club when I wish him the best of luck in the future.’

Takkula further explained that the transfer reflects AIK’s strategic direction: ‘This is completely in line with the plan we have set. Brighton offers a development environment that benefits Zadok and, in the long term, also AIK. Our vision and strategies remain unchanged.’

Yohanna’s rise in Sweden’s top division has drawn attention across Europe, and his move to Brighton is seen as a major step in his career trajectory.