Ghana · Midfield
Caleb Yirenkyi
Profile
Details
PositionMidfield
Full nameCaleb Marfo Yirenkyi
Age20 years
NationalityGhana
Shirt#3
Place of birthBechem
Height182 cm
International caps11
International goals1
Career
The story
Caleb Yirenkyi is a highly-rated Ghanaian teenager who progressed through the Right to Dream Academy to become a standout performer for FC Nordsjælland in Denmark. He made his international debut in May 2025 and was named in Ghana's 2026 World Cup squad.
Yirenkyi spent seven years at the Right to Dream Academy in Ghana before transitioning to FC Nordsjælland's senior setup in 2024. He quickly established himself in the Danish Superliga, winning the Young Player of the Year award for the 2025–26 season.
Internationally he debuted for Ghana in May 2025 and scored his first senior goal in June 2026 against Wales. Comparisons with Michael Essien have followed him as he earned 11 caps before his 21st birthday.
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