Jerry Afriyie was born on December 10, 2006 in Banjul, The Gambia. His a Ghanaian professional footballer who plays as a striker; standing at 1.80m (5 ft 11 in), he is considered one of Ghana’s most promising young talents.
Career: Afriyie began his career playing domestic football in Ghana for Thoughts FC. Move to Saudi Arabia: On January 23, 2025, he signed a three-year deal with Saudi Pro League club Al-Qadsiah. Shortly after joining Al-Qadsiah, he was loaned out to Spanish Primera Federación club CD Lugo on January 25, 2025. He made 10 appearances for CD Lugo, scoring 4 goals.
On August 23, 2025, Afriyie joined Belgian Pro League side RAAL La Louvière on a one-year loan deal from Al-Qadsiah. As of October 10, 2025, he has made 6 appearances for La Louvière in the Belgian Pro League, scoring 2 goals.
International career: Afriyie was part of the Ghana U20 team that won gold at the 13th African Games. He was named Best Player and won the Golden Boot at the 2024 WAFU B U-20 Championship.
In November 2024, he became the first player from Ghana’s third-tier league to be called up to the senior national team, scoring on his debut.
As of October 10, 2025, he has made 2 appearances for Ghana in FIFA World Cup qualifiers. Achievements: African Games gold medalist (with Ghana U20) Best Player and Golden Boot winner at the 2024 WAFU B U-20 Championship.
Net Worth: Jerry Afriyie has an estimated net worth of $5 million approximately ₵62 million. His salary is reported to be $12,000 per month, based on his contract with Saudi Pro League club Al-Qadsiah. This translates to an annual salary of approximately $1.4 million.
Additional details from his contract with Al-Qadsiah reportedly include: A bonus of $3,000 for every 3 goals scored, 2 cars, 5 first-class tickets to Ghana, valued at $50,000 each. A fully furnished apartment.
Afriyie is currently on a one-year loan deal at Belgian Pro League side RAAL La Louvière from Al-Qadsiah. His contract with Al-Qadsiah is set to expire on June 30, 2028.
His Transfermarkt market value as of October 1, 2025 is listed at €700,000.