Zadok Yohanna, a teenager from Nigeria, is anticipated to stay with Brighton & Hove Albion’s senior squad for the upcoming season after sources close to the player denied rumours that he was on loan.

The 18-year-old winger is one of the most costly teenage transfers involving an African player after completing a high-profile transfer from Swedish team AIK in a deal reportedly worth up to €28 million.

Chelsea FC, Manchester City, Newcastle United, and RB Leipzig were among the elite European teams that Brighton defeated to sign him.

Yohanna might be loaned to Spain to gain experience, according to recent reports, but such assertions have been denied.

According to Footy-Africa, a source close to the player said:

“The agreement is to keep the player in the first team. He has been given a personal training programme and has already started pre-season work ahead of the club’s official resumption.”

“He’s not going on loan, what is being reported is fake news.”

Additionally, the source attested to Yohanna’s completion of the English registration process.

Although the choice shows faith in the young player’s abilities, it might be difficult for him to get into coach Fabian Hurzeler’s starting lineup.

Yankuba Minteh, Kaoru Mitoma, Georginio Rutter, and Solly March are just a few of the Seagulls’ potent offensive options.

For the Nigerian prospect, moving from Sweden’s top division to the Premier League’s intensity is also a big step up.

Next season, Brighton will participate in European play, which will result in more games and rotation opportunities during the season.

As he adjusts to Hurzeler’s tactical demands, it can give Yohanna important opportunities in Conference League games and cup tournaments.