Faqa to Degerfors confirmed
Ahmad Faqa has left AIK for Degerfors on a permanent deal, contract through 2028 (1) (3). The centre-back could make his debut Saturday against Djurgården, your rivals (3). "Hope we see each other again in the future," Faqa said about AIK (1). The move continues a well-worn path between the two clubs.
Three straight, no ceiling
AIK 2–0 GAIS. That is three wins from three since the World Cup break, 27,000 at Strawberry Arena, and fourth place in the table (5). Kevin Filling scored and assisted in that match (6). "There is no ceiling. We just go. We are AIK," Filling said afterwards (5). The team is sneaking into the European conversation.
Bergquist takes his chance
Lukas Bergquist made his first home start under Riveiro and is growing into the side (2). "It was a bit different," he said of the adjustment (2). The system is clicking and younger players are driving it.
Ali wants to stay
Abdihakim Ali's contract is expiring, but he is not looking elsewhere (4) (7). "I have been at AIK almost my whole life. It's hard to see myself anywhere else," he said (4). Talks with the club are ongoing, details kept behind closed doors (7).
Ofori lands in Kazakhstan
Former AIK midfielder Ebenezer Ofori has signed for FC Atyrau in Kazakhstan (8). The Ghanaian's career has taken him through Stuttgart, New York City, Vejle, and Zalgiris. Now Kazakhstan.
