
Patrick Agyemang: Biography, Stats & Derby County Career
Few soccer careers take the route Patrick Agyemang has traveled: from a Division III college in Connecticut to the USMNT and Derby County in the English Championship, his trajectory has accelerated fast for the East Hartford-born 6’4″ forward. This piece gives you the confirmed facts on his background, the truth behind the QPR rumor, and his growing stats sheet.
Full name: Patrick Agyemang ·
Date of birth: November 7, 2000 (age 25) ·
Height: 6’4″ (1.93 m) ·
Position: Forward ·
Current club: Derby County (EFL Championship) ·
Nationality: USA
Quick snapshot
- Born November 7, 2000 in East Hartford, Connecticut (Derby County official site)
- Played college soccer at Eastern Connecticut State and University of Rhode Island (Charlotte FC player page)
- Signed with Derby County in July 2025 on a four-year contract (Derby County)
- Earned first USMNT cap in 2025 (MLSsoccer)
- Exact relationship between Patrick and Michelle Agyemang is not publicly documented
- Specific names of his parents have not been widely reported beyond a college roster listing
- No official confirmation of a sister
- Exact transfer fee for Agyemang’s move to Derby County has not been publicly disclosed
- 2019–2022: College soccer at URI and Eastern Connecticut State (Derby County)
- 2023: Selected 12th overall in MLS SuperDraft by Charlotte FC (Charlotte FC)
- Summer 2025: Transferred to Derby County for club-record fee (Charlotte FC)
- 2025: USMNT debut (MLSsoccer)
- Continuing 2025–26 season with Derby County in EFL Championship (Derby County)
- Potential further USMNT call-ups as he gains European experience (Derby County)
Key biographical data compiled from club and league records.
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Patrick Agyemang |
| Date of Birth | November 7, 2000 |
| Place of Birth | East Hartford, Connecticut, USA (Derby County official site) |
| Height | 6’4″ (1.93 m) |
| Position | Forward |
| Current Club | Derby County (Derby County) |
| National Team | United States (MLSsoccer) |
Is Michelle Agyemang Related to Patrick Agyemang?
How are Michelle and Patrick Agyemang connected?
The name Michelle Agyemang appears in search queries but no public records or verified sources link her to Patrick Agyemang as a family member. According to the Eastern Connecticut State University athletics roster, Patrick’s listed siblings are Enoch and Emmanuel — not Michelle. No credible biography or news report from Charlotte FC, Derby County, or US Soccer mentions a sister named Michelle. The likely explanation is that Michelle Agyemang is either a different person with the same surname or a distant relative not publicly documented. For now, the connection remains unconfirmed.
Bottom line: No evidence links Michelle Agyemang to Patrick. College roster lists only Enoch and Emmanuel as siblings. Fans searching for a family tie will need more public information.
The lack of any official mention strongly suggests Michelle and Patrick are not close relatives — at least not in any documented sense.
The pattern: without official documentation, any claimed family link remains speculative.
Who Are Patrick Agyemang’s Parents and What Is His Ethnicity?
Nationality and ethnic background of Patrick Agyemang
Patrick Agyemang holds United States nationality, having been born in East Hartford, Connecticut. His parents are listed as Emelia and Patriac on the Eastern Connecticut State University roster, though the names are not otherwise confirmed in wider media. The surname Agyemang is of Ghanaian origin, strongly suggesting Ghanaian heritage. However, no official source has detailed his ethnic background beyond his U.S. nationality. University records also list siblings Enoch and Emmanuel.
The pattern: a U.S.-born player with a Ghanaian surname, but no public statement from Patrick or his family about specific ethnic identity.
Patrick Agyemang QPR: Did He Play for Queens Park Rangers?
Patrick Agyemang’s club career history
No. Patrick Agyemang has never played for Queens Park Rangers (QPR). The confusion likely arises because another footballer with the same name — Patrick Agyemang (born 1980) — played for QPR, Preston North End, and other English clubs between 2004 and 2013. The younger Patrick Agyemang (born 2000) is a different person entirely.
His actual club career timeline, per Derby County and MLSsoccer:
- 2018–2019: Eastern Connecticut State University (NCAA DIII)
- 2020–2022: University of Rhode Island (NCAA DI) — transferred 2020
- 2021: Western Mass Pioneers (USL League Two) — 6 goals, 6 assists
- 2023–2025: Charlotte FC (MLS) — drafted 12th overall in 2023
- 2025: Derby County (EFL Championship) — signed July 2025
Bottom line: The QPR connection is a mix-up with an older namesake. The 2000-born forward has only played in the U.S. college system, Charlotte FC, and now Derby County.
Patrick Agyemang Stats: Goals, Assists, and Career Highlights
College and professional statistics of Patrick Agyemang
Patrick Agyemang’s scoring record has been consistent at every level. At Eastern Connecticut State, he scored 30 goals in 39 matches (MLSsoccer). After transferring to Rhode Island, he led the Rams in 2022 with 10 goals and 6 assists (Derby County). In 2024, his standout MLS season, he notched 10 goals and 3 assists in 36 appearances across all competitions for Charlotte FC (Charlotte FC). Over his entire Charlotte stint, he accumulated 22 goals in 72 games (MLSsoccer). He earned his first USMNT cap in 2025.
Three seasons, one pattern: consistent double-digit goal contributions.
| Level | Period | Games | Goals | Assists | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Connecticut State (DIII) | 2018–2019 | 39 | 30 | 10 | MLSsoccer |
| University of Rhode Island (DI) | 2022 | seasons total | 10 | 6 | Derby County |
| Charlotte FC (MLS) | 2024 | 36 | 10 | 3 | Charlotte FC |
The implication: his numbers at each level suggest a striker who adapts quickly — from DIII to MLS to Europe — without losing his scoring touch.
Timeline: Key Dates in Patrick Agyemang’s Rise
- 2018 — Begins college career at Eastern Connecticut State University (Derby County)
- 2020 — Transfers to University of Rhode Island (Charlotte FC)
- 2022 — Leads URI with 10 goals, 6 assists (Derby County)
- February 4, 2023 — Signs with Charlotte FC after being drafted 12th overall (MLSsoccer)
- 2024 — Scores 10 goals in 36 appearances for Charlotte (Charlotte FC)
- July 2025 — Joins Derby County on a four-year contract; club-record transfer fee (Derby County)
- 2025 — Makes USMNT debut (MLSsoccer)
The pattern: each step up in competition has come with a corresponding jump in production.
Clarity: What’s Confirmed, What’s Unclear
Confirmed facts
- Patrick Agyemang was born in East Hartford, Connecticut (Derby County)
- He played college soccer at Eastern Connecticut State and University of Rhode Island (Charlotte FC)
- He currently plays for Derby County in the EFL Championship (Derby County)
- He is a US international (first cap in 2025) (MLSsoccer)
What’s unclear
- Exact relationship between Patrick and Michelle Agyemang is not publicly documented
- Specific names of his parents have not been widely reported beyond a college roster listing
- No official confirmation of a sister
The catch: the publicly available record is thin on personal details beyond what the college roster provides.
Quotes from the Record
“Patrick Agyemang is a talented forward who joins Derby County on a four-year contract.”
— Derby County official website (Derby County)
“Charlotte FC has transferred Patrick Agyemang to Derby County for a club-record fee.”
— Charlotte FC official announcement (Charlotte FC)
“Agyemang led URI with 10 goals and 6 assists in 2022.”
— University of Rhode Island athletics (Derby County citing URI stats)
For Derby County fans, the signing of Agyemang represents a bet on a raw but productive striker who has never failed to score at any level. For USMNT followers, he offers a physical 6’4″ option who is still developing. The risk: adjusting from MLS to the Championship is steep. The reward: if his goal-per-game trend holds, Derby may have landed a bargain.
Derby County has not publicly disclosed the exact transfer fee, though Charlotte FC confirmed it was a club-record sale.
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For those interested in the family’s footballing pedigree, Michelle Agyemangs career and injury update provides further context on her recent loan spell at Brighton.
Frequently asked questions
Where was Patrick Agyemang born?
East Hartford, Connecticut, USA. (Derby County)
How tall is Patrick Agyemang?
6’4″ (1.93 m). Listed on his official club profile. (Derby County)
Which position does Patrick Agyemang play?
Forward. (MLSsoccer)
When did Patrick Agyemang join Derby County?
July 2025, on a four-year contract. (Derby County)
Has Patrick Agyemang played for the USMNT?
Yes, he earned his first senior cap in 2025. (MLSsoccer)
Did Patrick Agyemang attend college?
Yes, he played at Eastern Connecticut State University (2018–2019) and the University of Rhode Island (2020–2022). (Derby County)
What were Patrick Agyemang’s stats at URI?
He scored 10 goals and added 6 assists in the 2022 season. (Derby County)