Promising Striker Joel Gakpo Tipped for Stardom Ahead of WAFU U-20 Tournament

By Enoch Kofi Adadevoh  / July 1st, 2025

A young Ghanaian striker, Joel Gakpo, is rapidly rising through the football ranks and turning heads with his outstanding performances both in Europe and on the national scene.

Currently playing for Danish second division side Thisted FC, Gakpo has shown remarkable potential and goal-scoring prowess, catching the attention of football lovers and scouts alike. His recent call-up by Ghana U-20 head coach Fatawu Salifu for the upcoming tournament in Ghana in early July marks a major milestone in his promising career.

In three friendly matches with the Ghana U-20 team, Gakpo has already netted six goals, boasting an impressive 0.5 goal ratio and a 50% scoring record. His clinical finishing and sharp instincts in front of goal have made him a key figure in Ghana’s attacking setup.

As clubs gear up for the 2025/2026 football season, Gakpo has become a hot prospect on the transfer market. With the Ghana Premier League recently concluded, top-tier clubs including Hearts of Oak and Asante Kotoko are reportedly keeping tabs on the striker, hoping to secure his signature.

With the WAFU tournament just days away, football fans and analysts agree that Ghana’s chances of lifting the trophy on home soil may hinge on the goal-scoring abilities of Joel Gakpo a player many believe is on the verge of greatness.