African football transfer round-up: Sturm Graz sign Araphat Mohammed as Real Madrid close Latif Issman deal

Sturm Graz have signed Ghanaian youngster Araphat Mohammed, while Real Madrid have completed the recruitment of Latif Issman for Castilla in the summer of 2027. Gambian winger Kebba Badjie is also attracting interest from three European clubs, according to reports on 14 November 2026.

10:15 – Sturm Graz confirm Araphat Mohammed signing

Sturm Graz have announced the arrival of 21-year-old Ghanaian forward Araphat Mohammed before the official opening of the January transfer window.

Mohammed leaves Denmark, where he played for FC Nordsjælland, to begin a new chapter in the Austrian Bundesliga. He earned the move after impressing during a trial with the Austrian club in recent weeks.

The length of his contract has not been disclosed. For the remainder of the 2026/27 season, Mohammed will play for Sturm Graz II as he continues his development and aims to earn a place in the senior side.

09:51 – Real Madrid complete Latif Issman transfer

Real Madrid have finalised the signing of Ghanaian midfielder Latif Issman, according to Marca.

The 20-year-old is set to become the first new arrival scheduled for Castilla in the summer of 2027, following a transfer pursuit that had been monitored for several months before being concluded despite competition from other clubs.

Issman currently plays for UD Logrones, having established himself in Unai Mendia’s system since July 2025. He previously came through the academy at SD Logrones.

His ability to provide stability in midfield has impressed Real Madrid. This season, Issman has played 619 minutes in the league across 10 appearances, starting eight of those matches, and has provided one assist.

For now, his focus remains on helping UD Logrones secure promotion to the second division. He will move to the Spanish capital after completing his current commitments.

09:30 – European interest grows in Kebba Badjie

Kebba Badjie is considering offers from Europe as he weighs the next stage of his professional career.

The Gambian-born winger has recently received official proposals from Konyaspor and Gornik Zabrze, according to Maghreb-Foot. LASK Linz are also a possible destination, with the 27-year-old potentially moving to Austria.

Badjie’s agent, Ersin Gultekin, will now assess the available options. Speaking to Maghreb-Foot, Gultekin confirmed that a move to Europe was becoming increasingly likely in the near future.