United Soccer League side North Texas SC have completed the signing of Ghanaian youngster Hope Kodzo Avayevu.
The 18-year-old has penned a three-year deal with the club with the option of extending his stay for the 2024 and 2025 seasons.
Avayevu previously played for Faith Academy before excelling with Ghana Premier League side Bechem United at the Dr. Pepper Dallas Cup in 2019.
"Hope is a very exciting young talent that we have been tracking for a while now and also had the opportunity to bring him to train with us last year," said North Texas SC General Manager Matt Denny.
"He has been a on the radar for many big clubs and we have worked hard to bring him here.
"We see a really bright future for Hope."
FIFA agent Robert Mensah is also excited to have secure the player's papers which will enable him to leave Ghana to begin his professional career abroad.
"I am grateful to God that we were able to secure his papers."
"He will be travelling soon to start his career in the US," he said.