Yussif Moro Owusu
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Yussif Moro Owusu | ||
| Date of birth | February 14, 2006 | ||
| Place of birth | Ghana | ||
| Height | 1.93 m (6 ft 4 in) | ||
| Position(s) | Midfielder | ||
| Team information | |||
Current team | Brighton & Hove Albion U21 | ||
| Number | -- | ||
| Youth career | |||
| –2022 | Chelsea | ||
| 2022–2025 | Brighton & Hove Albion | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 2025– | Brighton & Hove Albion | 0 | (0) |
| * Club domestic league appearances and goals as of 13 July 2025 | |||
Yussif Moro Owusu (born 14 February 2006) is a Ghanaian born professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. U21. In July 2025, he signed his first professional contract with Brighton after progressing through its academy system.[1]
Early life and youth career
Owusu was born in Ghana to Ghanaian parents. He became a British citizen after joining his parent in England, making him eligible to represent either England or Ghana internationally.[2]
He began his youth career at the Chelsea F.C. Academy, featuring prominently at U16 and U18 levels.[3] In April 2022, he was pictured with Romelu Lukaku at Chelsea training.
Club career
Brighton & Hove Albion
In July 2022, Owusu transferred to Brighton & Hove Albion from Chelsea, joining the U18 squad.[4]
During the 2022–23 season, he made 14 appearances in the U18 Premier League and continued developing with regular matches in 2023–24.[5]
By 2024–25, Owusu was promoted to Brighton’s U21 squad. He made over 20 appearances in Premier League 2, scoring twice, and featured in the EFL Trophy and Premier League Cup.[6]
In July 2025, Brighton & Hove Albion confirmed Owusu had signed his first professional contract, highlighting his progress and potential.[1]
Style of play
Owusu is a tall (6 ft 4 in) defensive or central midfielder. He is known for his physicality, aerial strength, composure on the ball, tactical awareness, and strong tackling ability.[2]
Career statistics
| Team | Season(s) | Appearances | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brighton U18 | 2022–24 | 24+ | 2+ |
| Brighton U21 | 2024–25 | 20+ | 2 |
International eligibility
Owusu is eligible to represent both England and Ghana at international level. As of July 2025, he has not received a senior national team call-up.[7]
References
- ^ a b "First professional contracts". Brighton & Hove Albion. Retrieved 13 July 2025.
- ^ a b "Yussif Owusu Moro signs pro deal with Brighton & Hove Albion". Ghana Soccer Net. July 2025. Retrieved 13 July 2025.
- ^ "Ghanaian youngster Yussif Moro Owusu meets Chelsea striker Romelu Lukaku". Football Ghana. Retrieved 13 July 2025.
- ^ "Ghanaian teen Yussif Moro joins Brighton and Hove Albion". Ghana Headlines. 30 July 2022. Retrieved 13 July 2025.
- ^ "Ghanaian youngster Yussif Moro Owusu shares experience after first season with Brighton's U18". Ghana Soccer Net. 2023. Retrieved 13 July 2025.
- ^ "Y. Owusu profile and statistics". Live Soccer TV. Retrieved 13 July 2025.
- ^ "Ghanaian teen Yussif Owusu Moro excited to sign new deal with Brighton". Ghana Soccernet. Retrieved 13 July 2025.