With the departure of “Qingdao Mbappé,” a new nickname is ready to take center stage — “Qingdao Vinícius.”

According to the latest update from Transfermarkt, Qingdao Hainiu have signed 28-year-old Ghanaian winger Yeboah for €1 million, making him the club’s marquee foreign signing ahead of the new season.

🌍 A Recognized African Prodigy

Yeboah rose to prominence early, winning MVP honors at the African U20 level. At just 17, he signed with Manchester City, and by 18 he had featured in Ligue 1 for Lille OSC. In 2021, he was named Player of the Month in Poland’s Ekstraklasa and later earned senior caps for Ghana. His résumé reflects both promise and pedigree.

🏆 MLS Glory and Championship Pedigree

His peak years came in Major League Soccer. In 2023, he played a crucial role in helping Columbus Crew lift the Major League Soccer title, contributing nine goals across the season. In 2024, he added the Leagues Cup trophy before earning a move to Los Angeles FC. At one point, his market value reached €2.5 million — a testament to his impact.

⚡ Two Goals That Say It All
One unforgettable strike came in the 2023 MLS Cup Final, where he timed his forward run perfectly and finished with composure under pressure — a true big-game performer.

The other was a sensational solo effort in Poland, featuring four feints and four defenders beaten before calmly slotting home — a goal that showcased elite dribbling and explosive creativity.

For a relegation-battling Chinese Super League side, a winger with individual brilliance and game-changing ability is invaluable. Just as Christian Bassogog and Frank Acheampong once electrified the CSL, Yeboah now has the platform to do the same. He may not be “Qingdao Mbappé,” but he could very well become “Qingdao’s Vinícius.”