Coventry sign Ghana's Yirenkyi for record fee

Caleb Yirenkyi playing for Ghana against Panama at the 2026 World Cup

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Caleb Yirenkyi has two goals from 15 appearances for Ghana

ByBen Collins & Katie StaffordBBC Sport journalists

Published22 minutes ago

Premier League newcomers Coventry City have completed the club-record signing of Ghana midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi.

The 20-year-old has signed a long-term contract, with the Sky Blues believed to have paid Danish side Nordsjaelland a fee of 27m euros (£23.1m), plus 3m euros (£2.5m) in add-ons.

Yirenkyi made his international debut in May 2025 and played at this summer's World Cup, scoring a stoppage-time winner in the Black Stars' group win over Panama.

He becomes Coventry's fifth summer signing after Frank Lampard led the club back into the top flight after a 25-year absence.

"When I spoke to the head coach about the plans and the style, it's something I really like, and I look forward to learning from him," said Yirenkyi.

"I'm still young so I want to learn from the head coach, the other players and work really hard for the team."

He is a product of the Right to Dream academy and joined Nordsjaelland in 2024, winning the Danish Superliga's young player of the year award last season.

Although primarily a midfielder, Yirenkyi is known for his versatility having played at right-back for both club and country.

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Yirenkyi scores late winner for Ghana

Maturity beyond his years - analysis

Danish journalist Nicklas Degn, who hosts the Mediano podcast, said Yirenkyi is an "extremely exciting player" who has been "touted as the next big thing".

Speaking to BBC Sport, he added: "He's been one of the best players in the Danish Superliga in the past season and he's extremely highly regarded.

"Everyone knew it would just be a matter of time before he went to a bigger league, especially after his World Cup.

"There's always a big focus on the young talents of Nordsjaelland. They are a club that has an academy with a talent development that has an extremely high reputation internationally.

"He's a complete number eight but his versatility is underscored by the fact he's been playing in defence for much of the spring at both Nordsjaelland and for the Ghana national team.

"Coventry will be getting their hands on a extremely exciting player who plays with a maturity well above his age group."