Matthys signs, a left-footed centre-back for the rebuild
Hervé Matthys is an AIK player. The Belgian centre-back arrives on a free transfer, with a contract running through 2028 (1). Left-footed, experienced, and available immediately. No fee, no waiting. The deal was confirmed officially, and Matthys slots straight into a backline that needs stability.
Csongvai to Saint-Étienne: deal close at around €1m
Áron Csongvai's AIK career is effectively over. The midfielder is in the final stages of a move to Ligue 2 side AS Saint-Étienne, with reports putting the fee at around €1 million (2) (3). He has already played his last match for the club. The French side see Csongvai, alongside Mahmoud Jaber, as part of an aggressive summer rebuild.
Youssef scores on debut, against AIK of all teams
Ali Youssef chose Mjällby over other Allsvenskan clubs this window, arriving on loan from Apollon Limassol. His debut? Against AIK on Saturday. His first goal? Also against AIK (4). AIK won the match 2–1, but Youssef walked away with a sharp little story. His Apollon contract runs to 2027.
