Nigerian-born winger Zadok Yohanna has completed a record-breaking move to Premier League club Brighton & Hove Albion in a deal worth up to €30 million, Trybal News reports.
The 18-year-old joins the Seagulls after the two clubs reached an agreement valued at €28 million plus a further €2 million in performance-related add-ons, making the transfer the most expensive sale in Swedish football history.
Yohanna has signed a long-term contract until 2031 after successfully completing his medical, with Brighton fending off strong competition from several European giants to secure the signature of one of the continent’s most sought-after young talents.
The winger’s rise has been nothing short of remarkable. After bursting onto the scene in Sweden, Yohanna quickly established himself as one of the most exciting attacking prospects in Europe, attracting interest from clubs including Newcastle United, Chelsea and Manchester City.
Despite his young age, the Nigerian-born forward has earned widespread praise for his pace, directness, creativity and ability to influence games in the final third. His performances this season have been enough to convince Brighton to make a significant investment in his long-term potential.
The move continues Brighton’s strategy of identifying elite young talents before they reach their peak, with the club building a reputation as one of Europe’s leading developers of emerging stars.
For Nigerian football followers, Yohanna’s transfer represents another success story of a player with Nigerian roots making his mark on the global stage. His arrival in the Premier League will be closely watched as he begins the next chapter of a career many believe is destined for the highest level.
Brighton are expected to formally unveil the winger in the coming days as preparations continue for the 2026/27 season.
