Brighton & Hove Albion made history in June 2026 by signing 18-year-old Nigerian winger Zadok Yohanna from Swedish club AIK Stockholm for a record €28 million. The five-year deal shattered the Allsvenskan transfer record, continuing the Seagulls' trend of investing in Scandinavian talent. The club finished 8th in the 2025 Premier League season with 53 points, scoring 52 goals and conceding 46.
Who else made the top 10 list?
Brighton & Hove Albion also secured Ibrahim Osman from FC Nordsjaelland in July 2024 for €19.5 million. The Ghanaian winger joined Simon Adingra in moving through the Right to Dream Academy pathway. Other notable transfers include Sindre Walle Egeli's €20 million move to Ipswich Town and Orri Oskarsson's €23 million transfer to Real Sociedad.
Why are Scandinavian players in demand?
Scandinavian leagues have become a hotbed for young talent, with clubs like FC Nordsjaelland and FC Copenhagen producing high-potential players. Brighton & Hove Albion's scouting network has successfully identified and developed players from this region, with Zadok Yohanna being the latest example.
What's next for Brighton & Hove Albion?
With the new season approaching, Brighton & Hove Albion will look to build on their 8th-place finish. The addition of Zadok Yohanna adds depth and creativity to their attack, as they aim to improve on their recent form of LLWLW.
