South African international midfielder Lebogang Phiri has been linked to New York City FC.

According to website www.BT.dk, the 22-year-old holding midfielder has agreed to join the Major League Soccer club when his contract with Brondby in Denmark expires this summer.

The 5-9 Phiri can play a number of midfield positions but domestically and internationally he has been best used as a playmaker.

He has made 20 appearances for Brondby in the Danish Super League this season.

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