Carlos Queiroz backs FC Porto target: “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 right conditions to compete for titles again. With that in mind, several players have been linked with the Dragons, as is the case of Caleb Yirenkyi.

The midfielder, just 20 years old, is a Ghana international and shone this Tuesday in a friendly against Wales. The team coached by Carlos Queiroz continues its preparations for the 2026 World Cup and played a friendly 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 for him after the match.

“He is a player with a great future, still young, with many things to learn, because at this level everything evolves so quickly that players need to have talent as well as experience,” he began.

The Portuguese coach went even further and hinted at a bright 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 player represents Nordsjaelland, where he has a total of two goals and six assists in 34 matches for the Norwegian side. Essentially, FC Porto are monitoring the possibility of moving for Caleb Yirenkyi, motivated by the potential expected of the midfielder, who is seen as one of the biggest gems in Ghanaian football. The Porto club want to make sure they have the necessary weapons to become national champions again and compete for the remaining trophies.

Caleb Yirenkyi in demand 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 moved to Norway in January 2024.

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

His performances have generated great 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 the 2026 World Cup.

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