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John Otoamou Signs Historic Deal With French Club Reims
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First reported by N12 · 1 hour ago
What happened
John Otoamou, a 19-year-old midfielder from Hapoel Jerusalem, has signed with French club Reims in a record 1.6 million euro transfer, the highest in his former club's history. He chose Reims over other European suitors and thanked his former club and fans upon leaving.
- 01John Otoamou transferred from Hapoel Jerusalem to French club Reims for 1.6 million euros.
- 02This transfer is the highest sale in Hapoel Jerusalem's history, surpassing a 1.5 million euro record.
- 03Otoamou attracted interest from Porto, Benfica, Lorient, and Premier League clubs before choosing Reims.
- 04He joined Hapoel Jerusalem's youth team last summer after being scouted in Nigeria.
- 05Otoamou made 19 league starts for Hapoel Jerusalem's senior team before his transfer.
- 06He thanked the club and fans for their support upon his departure.
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