Manchester United have reportedly made an initial move for Nigerian teenage winger Zadok Yohanna, with an offer thought to fall in the €24–€25 million bracket—an increase on Brighton & Hove Albion’s earlier proposal of roughly €22–€23 million for the 18-year-old AIK forward.
United and Brighton move for Yohanna
Swedish reports indicate that the Newcastle-linked bid includes extra performance-related add-ons on top of the base fee.
- United are said to have tabled a bid estimated at about €24–€25 million for Yohanna.
- That figure would top Brighton’s earlier offer, reported at around €22–€23 million for the same player.
- Further details from Sweden suggest the package contains bonus payments tied to on-field achievements.
AIK talks continue as Leipzig step back
While Brighton have reportedly reached a verbal understanding with Yohanna regarding personal terms, agreement with AIK is described as not yet finalized, according to Sky Sports Germany reporter Florian Plettenberg.
- Brighton have reportedly agreed personal terms with Yohanna, but a transfer deal with AIK remains incomplete.
- RB Leipzig have reportedly pulled out of the pursuit, with the club deterred by the financial expectations surrounding the deal.
AIK confirm sale discussions and timeline
AIK have confirmed they are engaged in talks about a potential sale for the winger. If the transfer progresses at the reported values, it would be among the biggest exits in Swedish top-flight history.
A resolution is expected within the coming days as negotiations continue over Yohanna’s next move.
- AIK have confirmed ongoing discussions over a possible transfer.
- A deal at the reported level would rank among the largest transfers in Sweden’s top division.
- An outcome is expected within days.
