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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 · 31 minutes ago
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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