Östers IF is on the verge of a major sale, with centre-back Musa Jatta close to joining Norwegian club Tromsö. According to reports from Expressen, the deal is nearing completion for a fee of 15 million kronor.
Negotiations between the clubs have progressed rapidly in recent hours. The Norwegian transfer window closes tomorrow, adding urgency to finalise the move. Musa Jatta could soon receive clearance to travel for a medical examination. If completed, the sale would rank among the largest ever for a centre-back from Sweden's Superettan. The record is still held by Vince Osuji, who moved from Kalmar FF to Club Brugge in January 2025 for nearly 40 million kronor.
Which clubs showed interest in Jatta?
Earlier in the summer, Expressen reported that several clubs had shown concrete interest in Musa Jatta. Named suitors included Bulgarian champions Ludogorets and Hungarian side Györi ETO. Slovan Bratislava also had bids for the player rejected by Östers IF. Now, it appears Tromsö has won the race for the Swedish defender's signature.
The sale of Jatta is one of the biggest centre-back sales from the superettan, according to Expressen. This marks the second major sale from Öster this summer, following the sale of Linus Carlstrand to AIK for another 15 million kronor. The club's finances are receiving a significant boost.
How does this affect Östers IF's squad?
Losing a key player like Jatta will be felt in the squad. Öster has had mixed recent form, with two wins, one draw, and two losses in their last five matches. Their most recent result was a 1-1 draw against Sandviken on August 30. The team's squad will need to be reorganised for the challenges ahead.
Öster's next match is away to Falkenbergs FF on September 10. It will be an important fixture to break the negative trend after two consecutive losses. Fans can follow the upcoming schedule on our fixtures page.
What does the deal mean for Superettan?
A sale worth 15 million kronor confirms the quality present in Sweden's second tier. It also sends a signal to other clubs in the league that major deals are possible. Östers IF has now completed two significant sales in the same summer, providing the club's management with increased resources.
The club's current league position can be seen in the official standings. With financial muscle from the sales, Öster can strengthen the squad for a potential final push in the Superettan. The deal with Tromsö is expected to be completed before the Norwegian window closes tomorrow.
