[2][3] On 16 January, it was reported that Hammarby reached an agreement to sign Oscar Johansson Schellhas from IFK Värnamo for a undisclosed fee.

Hammarby stated on their website: "The deal is a loan with an option for Lorient to buy, triggered if certain sporting goals, outlined in the contract, are met.

"[9] The Swedish tabloid Expressen reported on the possible total transfer fee to be 65 million SEK if certain bonus criterias is met.

The request was made by GIF Sundsvall due to safety concerns about conducting the match at available local venues.

[14] The Swedish Football Association’s competition committee approved the change, with Hammarby being listed as the home team for this match.