AIK has sold young defender Elvis van der Laan to FC Groningen. The transfer is complete and the 17-year-old player has signed a contract that runs until the summer of 2028.

What's happening with AIK?

AIK announces on its website that the net result of the sale will be between five and ten million SEK. The deal could eventually be worth over ten million SEK.

AIK is currently in seventh place in Allsvenskan, with 48 points and a goal difference of +7. The team has played 30 matches and has a recent form of LWDLL.

Why is Elvis van der Laan leaving AIK?

Elvis van der Laan himself says that his time at AIK has been fantastic and that he has learned a lot. He thanks AIK for the opportunity to play in Allsvenskan and wishes the team good luck in the future.

What's happening with Andronikos Kakoullis?

Andronikos Kakoullis, 24, is also leaving AIK. The forward is loaned out to Cypriot Aris Limassol on a contract that runs until July 9, 2026. The contract also includes conditions that could lead to a permanent transfer.

DateEvent
July 2026Elvis van der Laan leaves AIK for FC Groningen
July 2026Andronikos Kakoullis is loaned out to Aris Limassol

AIK captain Anton Salétros believes that the fans do not know all the details about the situation and that they should not judge Elvis van der Laan. Kristoffer Nordfeldt says that he does not know what to say about the banners that the fans held up during Sunday's match against Mjällby.