BK Häcken have completed the signing of attacking talent Efdon Mahari. The 20-year-old joins on a free transfer and is immediately loaned to AFC Eskilstuna for the remainder of the season, according to a report from Expressen.
The club confirmed the acquisition on Thursday. Mahari is expected to be officially presented by Häcken shortly. The move represents an immediate strengthening of the squad, although the player will initially gain match fitness in the Ettan Norra division. Häcken face a tough away fixture against Malmö FF on October 18th, which you can follow on our fixtures page.
Who is Efdon Mahari?
Efdon Mahari is a 20-year-old attacking player with experience abroad. He has previously been attached to Italian side Torino and French club Stade de Reims. During his time in France, Mahari played 19 matches for the Reims B-team. His background makes him an interesting prospect for Swedish football. Despite his young age, he has already tasted a professional environment on the continent.
For Häcken, he represents an investment in the future. The club's sporting director has pointed to Mahari's potential and technical ability as reasons for the signing. Now the challenge is to convert that potential into on-pitch results.
Why is he being loaned out immediately?
The decision to loan Mahari straight to AFC Eskilstuna is about playing time. Häcken's management believe regular match practice in Ettan Norra is best for the player's development right now. At Eskilstuna, he will get the chance to prove himself in Swedish league football. It's a strategy the club has used successfully before.
The loan agreement runs for the rest of the 2026 season. This gives Mahari a clear plan for the coming months. He gets the opportunity to adapt to Sweden and build up his fitness ahead of a potential return to Häcken. You can view the full squad composition on our squad page.
What does this mean for Häcken's squad?
The signing strengthens Häcken's attacking depth in the long term. Even though Mahari is not available immediately, the club signals it is working on building for the future. It's a typical signing for a club looking to balance current needs with long-term planning.
Häcken currently hold a stable position in the Allsvenskan table, which you can follow in the standings. Ahead of the final stretch of the autumn, the squad retains its flexibility. Mahari will be monitored closely during his time at Eskilstuna. His development there will determine when he is ready to contribute in the Allsvenskan.
The club has a clear philosophy of giving young players the chance to grow, either in-house or via loans. This deal follows that pattern. All parties hope Mahari will return to Häcken as a more complete and experienced player, ready to take his place in the team.
