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Arsenal monitor Ghanaian sensation Caleb Yirenkyi

By on November 20, 2025

Arsenal are keeping a close eye on Ghana midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi after reports in The Daily Mail linked the club to the 19-year-old.

The youngster has become one of the standout players at Danish side Nordsjaelland this season, and his rise has started to draw attention from several clubs across Europe.

Yirenkyi has played in different roles for both club and country, which has helped him gain a strong reputation at a young age.

He first broke through as a right-sided midfielder and later filled in at right-back during his early games for his national side.

His coaches now see him as a natural option in the centre of the pitch, where he has grown into a reliable holding midfielder.

His form in that role has placed him on the radar of Premier League scouts in recent months. Danish outlets have even compared his style to that of former Chelsea player Michael Essien.

Essien is now part of the coaching staff at Nordsjaelland and has offered guidance to the teenager during his time there.

Arsenal have a long record of moving for young players with high potential from across the world.

Competition for his signature

The report also states that Premier League side Bournemouth have joined the list of teams following his progress.

Their interest means Arsenal could face competition if they choose to move for him later in the season.

As per the report, the Danish club value the midfielder at around £20 million, which shows how important he has become to their plans.

Yirenkyi’s strengths come from his mix of energy, control, and smart decision making on the ball.

He has the technique to build attacks from deep and the strength to win challenges in tight spaces. His speed helps him cover ground quickly, and his work rate allows him to play with intensity for long spells.

He can play as a box-to-box midfielder and also has the discipline to drop into a deeper role when needed. His ability to shift between positions adds to his value and gives him the chance to influence the game both in defence and in attack.

Clubs tracking him believe his best position is in the centre of the pitch. It is an area where his passing range, tackling strength, and constant movement offer the most control to the team.

With continued guidance and regular minutes, many expect him to grow into one of the top young midfielders in Europe.

Arsenal will decide in the coming months whether to push forward with their interest. For now, the club will keep watching his progress as he continues to develop in Denmark.