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Newcastle United fail to sign Zadok Yohanna as he joins Brighton

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 6, 2026, 5:55 PM

Last updated Jun 6, 2026

Newcastle United fail to sign Zadok Yohanna as he joins Brighton

Summary

Zadok Yohanna has joined Brighton & Hove Albion after Newcastle United missed out on the winger. The 18-year-old signed a long-term contract worth up to €30 million with Brighton, despite Newcastle's efforts to finalize an offer with his current club, AIK. Newcastle had aimed to bolster their attacking options with Yohanna, who has shown impressive form in Sweden. Following this setback, Newcastle must now consider alternative targets to enhance their squad for the upcoming season.

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By the Numbers

•Zadok Yohanna signs with Brighton & Hove Albion.
•Newcastle submitted a higher bid but was unsuccessful.
•Yohanna's contract with Brighton runs until 2031.
•He had a strong start to the season in Sweden.
•Newcastle will pursue other attacking players.

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5:55 PMYahoo Sports — Newcastle United miss out on Zadok Yohanna as winger joins Brighton & Hove Albion

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Newcastle United have suffered a setback in their search for attacking reinforcements, missing out on Nigerian wonderkid Zadok Yohanna. Despite submitting an offer to Swedish side AIK, the Magpies hav...
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