“I have a dream” – Tottenham send scout and player responds with transfer hint

AIK Fotboll’s Zadok Yohanna is attracting attention from the Premier League, including Tottenham Hotspur. 

The 18-year-old came up through the ranks of Nigerian side Ikon Allah FA and joined AIK Fotboll in June 2025.

His preferred position is on the right wing, but at the Swedish club, he also operates as a wing back. The Nigerian’s performances and potential have already caught Chelsea’s attention.

On April 10th, Sport Witness covered claims from Nigeria of the Blues keeping a close watch on the player. Two days later, we relayed news the Swedish club have set a €20-25m price.

AIK Fotboll recruitment chief Miikka Takkula has confirmed interest without revealing the details.

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Expressen in Sweden now report on Tottenham keeping a close watch on the youngster.

Broadcaster TV4 initially reported unnamed Premier League sides’ scouts were in Sweden to watch Zadok Yohann.

The outlet found out from their sources that a Spurs official was in Sweden yesterday. The scout watched Zadok Yohanna live in his side’s 2-1 loss to Degerfors IF.

He played the full 90 minutes, and after the match, the same outlet had a chat with the attacker, who was unaware the Spurs scout was in attendance.

“No, I don’t know. I didn’t know there were scouts here. I’m just focusing on my game. My focus is completely on AIK,” he said.

When asked about his future, Yohann explained: “Of course I have a dream.”

Meanwhile, the player has impressed Degerfors IF manager Henok Goitom.

“Yohanna is an exceptional player. I love watching him play. He plays like he plays on the street. We told Samba [Diatara] that he is good. And to [Elias] Barsoum that we have to play two against one there,” he added.

Our take: Spurs unlikely to spend big

If earlier claims are to be believed, the Allsvenskan side are requesting around €15-25m to sanction his sale.

Since moving to Europe, Zadok Yohanna has played 15 matches, managing four goals and three assists. He hasn’t been tested at the highest level yet.

Therefore, the summer could probably be too early for Tottenham Hotspur to spend even €15m on the Nigerian. His contract expires in December 2029, and Transfermarkt value him at €500k.