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John Otomao Set to Sign with Reims in Record Transfer from Hapoel Jerusalem

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First reported by N12 · Jul 14, 2026

What happened

John Otomao, a 19-year-old midfielder from Hapoel Jerusalem, is set to sign with French club Reims in a record 1.6 million euro transfer, the highest in the club's history. The deal surpasses previous sales and follows Otomao's rapid rise from youth player to first-team regular.

  • 01John Otomao is transferring from Hapoel Jerusalem to Reims for 1.6 million euros.
  • 02This transfer is the highest fee ever received by Hapoel Jerusalem.
  • 03Otomao is a 19-year-old Nigerian defensive midfielder.
  • 04He made 19 league starts for Hapoel Jerusalem's senior team.
  • 05Other notable sales include Cedric Don to Maccabi Haifa for 1.5 million euros.
  • 06Otomao attracted interest from Porto, Benfica, Lorient, and Premier League clubs.

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In this story
People
OrganizationsHapoel Jerusalem, Reims, Maccabi Haifa, Porto, Benfica, Lorient, Maccabi Netanya, Rio Ave
PlacesFrance, Nigeria

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N12Center · HebrewJul 14, 2026
John Otomao Set to Sign with Reims in Record Transfer from Hapoel Jerusalem
MakoCenter · HebrewJul 14, 2026
Hapoel Jerusalem Midfielder John Otomao Set to Sign with French Club Reims

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