Bournemouth’s young forward, Daniel Adu-Adjei, is turning heads both in England and Ghana as he positions himself for a standout 2025/26 season.
Born in London to Ghanaian parents, the 20-year-old is making waves at the South Coast club and is now setting his sights on an international career with the Black Stars of Ghana.
Despite being eligible to represent England, Adu-Adjei has made his allegiance clear. “I’d love to play for Ghana,” he told GHANASoccernet.
“Obviously, both my parents were born there, grew up there so I’d love to do it.”
This statement has ignited excitement among Ghanaian football fans and the Ghana FA, who are constantly scouting for talent with Ghanaian roots in Europe’s top leagues.
Making His Mark in the Pre-Season
Adu-Adjei made a significant impression during Bournemouth’s pre-season tour of the United States. He scored his first senior goal in style, netting in a commanding 3-0 victory over Everton during the opening fixture of the Premier League Summer Series at MetLife Stadium.
Having spent recent seasons making a name for himself in the youth and development squads, the forward now appears ready to step into manager Andoni Iraola’s senior setup. With a lean, athletic frame, blistering pace, and an eye for goal, Adu-Adjei’s profile fits the mold of modern forwards.
Inspired by Ghanaian Legends
Although too young to witness Anthony Yeboah’s iconic moments live, Adu-Adjei has developed admiration for the Ghanaian great through his father’s influence.
“I think Tony Yeboah. My dad had videos of him so I kind of watch those old clips,” he revealed.
The legacy of Yeboah — known for his thunderous goals in the Bundesliga and the Premier League — is one Adu-Adjei aspires to emulate. It’s a connection to his Ghanaian roots that runs deeper than nationality; it’s personal, familial, and motivational.
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Antoine Semenyo’s Influence
Ghana international and Bournemouth teammate Antoine Semenyo has also played a key role in Adu-Adjei’s growing interest in the Black Stars.
“I’ve seen them. How they are doing, how they are getting on with stuffs and I have seen Antoine play for them at the moment and it’s good to see him do well with them.”
Semenyo’s presence in both the club and national team could provide a vital mentorship channel for Adu-Adjei. Watching Semenyo thrive in Ghana’s setup gives the youngster a clear vision of what his international future could look like.
While Adu-Adjei has yet to receive an official call-up, Ghana’s Football Association is likely to monitor his progress closely. With the Black Stars in a transitional phase, there is space for dynamic, hungry talents — especially those with European experience and technical polish.
A successful campaign at Bournemouth could open the international door for Daniel Adu-Adjei. For now, he remains focused on earning a consistent role under Iraola, but there’s little doubt that his heart is already beating to the rhythm of Ghana’s famous red, gold, and green.
If his trajectory continues upward, Adu-Adjei may soon be donning the Black Stars jersey — not just as a hopeful — but as a key figure in Ghana’s next generation of football stars.
In an earlier report, Ghana Sports Market covered Tottenham’s pre-season match against Wycombe as Mohammed Kudus missed out on that game.
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