Brighton & Hove Albion are reportedly preparing to pursue Ghanaian midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi, viewing him as a potential long-term replacement for Carlos Baleba.
The Premier League side have monitored Yirenkyi closely since his move to Danish club Nordsjaelland in 2024, following his development from the renowned Right to Dream Academy.
At just 20, the holding midfielder has impressed in Scandinavia with his composure, defensive intelligence, and maturity on the ball.
Yirenkyi’s performances have attracted attention across Europe, with clubs including Manchester United, Arsenal, Liverpool, and Chelsea reportedly showing interest.
Scouts from several teams were present at Nordsjaelland’s recent clash with Midtjylland, with Brighton said to be leading the pursuit.
Brighton believe the club’s strong record of developing young talent, along with the clear pathway they can offer, could persuade Yirenkyi to make the move to the Amex Stadium.
Their recruitment team sees him as a player capable of following a development path similar to Baleba, who has thrived in the Premier League since joining the Seagulls.
With Baleba expected to depart this summer, reportedly with Manchester United in pole position, Brighton are keen to secure Yirenkyi ahead of rival clubs.
The Ghana international has made 44 appearances for Nordsjaelland, scoring four goals and providing seven assists.
He has also earned eight senior caps for Ghana and is set to play a key role in the Black Stars’ preparations for the World Cup, having been named in the squad for pre-tournament friendlies against Austria and Germany later this month.
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