Carlos Queiroz backs FC Porto target: “He could be one of the best” | OneFootball

FC Porto remain attentive to the transfer market, already looking ahead to next season, with the aim of putting together the necessary conditions to challenge for titles again. In that regard, several players have been linked with the Dragons, as is the case with Caleb Yirenkyi.

The midfielder, just 20 years old, is a Ghana international and shone this Tuesday in a friendly against Wales. The national team managed by Carlos Queiroz is still preparing for World Cup 2026 and played a warm-up match that ended in a 1-1 draw.

Ghana’s goal was scored by Caleb Yirenkyi in the 66th minute. The midfielder once again caught the eye, and Carlos Queiroz was full of praise at the end of the match.

“He is a player with a great future, still young, with many things to learn, because at this level everything has evolved so quickly that players need to have talent and also experience,” he began by saying.

The Portuguese coach went even further and hinted at a promising future for Caleb Yirenkyi, assuring that the midfielder has what it takes to become one of the main figures in the Ghana national team.

“I believe that this young player, with more games under his belt and more experience, can become one of the best players in the Ghana national team,” he said.

It should be remembered that the 20-year-old plays for Nordsjaelland, where he has a total of two goals and six assists in 34 matches for the Norwegians. In short, FC Porto are closely monitoring the possibility of moving for Caleb Yirenkyi, driven by the potential expected of the midfielder, who is seen as one of the biggest gems in Ghanaian football. The Porto club want to ensure they have the necessary weapons to become national champions again and compete for the remaining trophies.

Caleb Yirenkyi sought after on the market

The midfielder has been attracting attention in the transfer market, which has not even officially opened yet.

Born in Ghana, Caleb Yirenkyi took his first steps in football at the Right to Dream academy. However, after coming of age, he left his country and headed to Norway in January 2024.

The player went on to represent Nordsjaelland, starting with the junior team. Over time, the midfielder moved up through the ranks until making his debut for the first team in 2024/25. In that season, Caleb Yirenkyi recorded two goals and two assists in 18 matches.

His performances have generated strong interest and are being followed by several clubs, including FC Porto. At international level, he already has 10 senior caps and was called up by Carlos Queiroz for World Cup 2026.

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