Kiekkopomo traveled to Finland and set his sights on a Jokerit star – now the team is ready for deals!
Jokerit player Henri Nikkanen, 25, has become a hot name in the transfer market. According to Swedish newspaper Expressen, SHL club Timrå wants to acquire the Finnish forward.
Timrå’s sports director Kent Norberg recently visited Finland to scout players. According to the newspaper, particularly Nikkanen made an impression on him.
Nikkanen is an important player for Jokerit, with a contract that runs until spring 2028. However, the club is reportedly willing to negotiate the forward’s transfer during the season if they receive a sufficiently good offer, according to Expressen.
Nikkanen played for SaiPa last season and scored 56 points. His scoring pace has clearly been more subdued at Jokerit.
Expressen also highlights Jokerit’s difficult league situation. If the club were to be relegated, Nikkanen’s contract would automatically expire, according to the newspaper.
Timrå had also previously considered acquiring Sami Päivärinta, who plays for HPK. However, the club was not convinced by the forward during their trip to Finland, and Päivärinta is reportedly moving to Linköping for the next season.
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