Transfer News: Hearts of Oak star Afriyie Barnieh courts interest from South African giants Orlando Pirates

Hearts of Oak forward Daniel Afriyie Barnieh is being targeted by South African side Orlando Pirates to bolster their ranks, Footydreamsgh.com can report.

Barnieh, has been a constant figure in the Phobian setup since he joined the former Africa champions a couple of seasons ago.

He has continued with this form as Hearts seek to retain the Ghana Premier League, GPL title they won last season.

And, these performances has not gone unnoticed with scouts of Orlando Pitates closely monitoring his situation at the capital club.

News coming in from the South Africans speaks highly of the player who has been impressive this season.

It is expected that Orlando Pitates will put in a bid for Barbie in the summer and, this could test the resolve of the Phobians to sell.

Barnieh captained Ghana to win the AFCON U-20 championship in Niger last year and, earned a maiden call up to the senior national team for his troubles.

The former Asante Kotoko trialist netted twice when Hearts of Oak hosted AshantiGold SC at the Accra Sports Stadium last night.