Super Eagles invitee, Zadok Yohanna has just become the most sought-after young African player in world football after Premier League giants, Manchester City and Chelsea joined the race to sign the teenager, Soccernet.ng reports.
The 18-year-old AIK Solna winger has attracted strong interest across Europe after an outstanding breakthrough season in Sweden, but it is Premier League clubs that are currently leading the chase for his signature.
According to a TeamTalk report, both Manchester City, through the City Football Group, and Chelsea, through BlueCo, have opened discussions over a possible deal for the highly-rated youngster. Their arrival has intensified a contest that already includes Newcastle United and Brighton & Hove Albion.
Brighton were the first English club to make a significant move, agreeing personal terms with Yohanna and submitting an opening bid worth €23 million. Newcastle then responded with a superior offer valued at €24 million plus add-ons, placing themselves at the front of the queue.
However, the involvement of Manchester City and Chelsea has dramatically altered the landscape, with both clubs possessing the financial muscle and global networks to challenge any existing proposal.
