2 months ago
Sunderland have moved decisively to land Malick Fofana, beating Crystal Palace to one of the more closely watched attacking deals of the window. As reported by The Athletic, Sunderland have now pushed the agreement over the line after the player weighed up both options, with the Belgium international completing a medical ahead of signing a five-year contract until 2031.
This feels like a significant piece of business for Sunderland. Palace had made a serious attempt to hijack the move, and there was clear logic to their pursuit. Pierre Sage, now Palace manager, previously coached Fofana at Lyon and was "seen as key to the south London side entering the race for the 21-year-old's signature". Even so, Sunderland have come out on top.
The numbers underline the scale of the commitment. Sunderland will pay "a €30million upfront fee for Fofana plus €6m in potential add-ons". For a club newly back in the Premier League, that is an ****** ertive investment in high-level potential and immediate attacking quality.
Fofana's profile explains why there was such strong interest. ****** nal were "weighing up a move for Fofana", while Chelsea had previously made "a verbal enquiry" and Everton "held talks over a possible move". Sunderland have effectively won a competitive market for a player still only 21.
His output suggests real upside. Fofana has scored 19 goals and supplied eight ****** ists in 84 games for Lyon, after producing five goals and ten ****** ists in 64 senior appearances for Genk. There has been a setback, with "an ankle injury halted his progress and limited him to just 16 appearances last season", but he has "already scored two goals in six games for the French side this term".
#sunderland #move #lyon
This feels like a significant piece of business for Sunderland. Palace had made a serious attempt to hijack the move, and there was clear logic to their pursuit. Pierre Sage, now Palace manager, previously coached Fofana at Lyon and was "seen as key to the south London side entering the race for the 21-year-old's signature". Even so, Sunderland have come out on top.
The numbers underline the scale of the commitment. Sunderland will pay "a €30million upfront fee for Fofana plus €6m in potential add-ons". For a club newly back in the Premier League, that is an ****** ertive investment in high-level potential and immediate attacking quality.
Fofana's profile explains why there was such strong interest. ****** nal were "weighing up a move for Fofana", while Chelsea had previously made "a verbal enquiry" and Everton "held talks over a possible move". Sunderland have effectively won a competitive market for a player still only 21.
His output suggests real upside. Fofana has scored 19 goals and supplied eight ****** ists in 84 games for Lyon, after producing five goals and ten ****** ists in 64 senior appearances for Genk. There has been a setback, with "an ankle injury halted his progress and limited him to just 16 appearances last season", but he has "already scored two goals in six games for the French side this term".
#sunderland #move #lyon
2 months ago
Following their U18 championship ******* le last season, our Young Bulls will once again compete in the 2026/27 UEFA Youth League season via the national Champions Path. Today's draw in Nyon has determined their schedule.
As youth champions of one of the top-ranked ******* ociations, our boys have a bye in the first round and will enter directly in the second round of the Champions Path. There, they will face KRC Genk.
The first leg will be played away on October 28, before the decisive second leg at home on November 4.
Should our Young Bulls prevail in the second round, they will face the winners of the match between NK Bravo and Red Star Belgrade in the third round.
From the three knockout rounds (each consisting of a home and away leg), exactly ten teams will qualify for the round of 32. Starting in early February 2027, these teams will join the teams from the parallel UEFA Champions League Path and continue in a knockout format with single matches.
#champions #path #young
As youth champions of one of the top-ranked ******* ociations, our boys have a bye in the first round and will enter directly in the second round of the Champions Path. There, they will face KRC Genk.
The first leg will be played away on October 28, before the decisive second leg at home on November 4.
Should our Young Bulls prevail in the second round, they will face the winners of the match between NK Bravo and Red Star Belgrade in the third round.
From the three knockout rounds (each consisting of a home and away leg), exactly ten teams will qualify for the round of 32. Starting in early February 2027, these teams will join the teams from the parallel UEFA Champions League Path and continue in a knockout format with single matches.
#champions #path #young
2 months ago
Liverpool have moved early and decisively, completing the signing of teenage goalkeeper Lucca Brughmans from Genk in a deal worth up to £30m. He is 18, stands at 6ft 7in, and has signed a six-year contract. For now, there is no rush. He will stay at Genk on loan for the rest of this season and arrive at Anfield ahead of the 2027-28 campaign.
This is not a transfer driven by short-term need. It is a calculated investment in a specialist position where timing matters. Goalkeepers develop differently, and Liverpool clearly believe Brughmans has the profile to become a serious first-team option down the line. He has already started all four of Genk's games this season and has represented Belgium at youth level, which tells you there is substance behind the fee.
The headline figure is up to £30m, with add-ons built into the agreement. In simple terms, Liverpool are paying for potential, height, reach and projection. In the modern market, elite young goalkeepers are expensive, particularly when clubs think they can become starters for a decade.
There is also logic in the timing. Liverpool currently have Alisson, Giorgi Mamardashvili, Freddie Woodman and Vitezslav Jaros among their goalkeeping options. Alisson's contract expires next summer, while Mamardashvili's longer-term situation remains unclear. Brughmans gives the club another route, and a potentially high-upside one.
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#Liverpool #genk #timing #become
This is not a transfer driven by short-term need. It is a calculated investment in a specialist position where timing matters. Goalkeepers develop differently, and Liverpool clearly believe Brughmans has the profile to become a serious first-team option down the line. He has already started all four of Genk's games this season and has represented Belgium at youth level, which tells you there is substance behind the fee.
The headline figure is up to £30m, with add-ons built into the agreement. In simple terms, Liverpool are paying for potential, height, reach and projection. In the modern market, elite young goalkeepers are expensive, particularly when clubs think they can become starters for a decade.
There is also logic in the timing. Liverpool currently have Alisson, Giorgi Mamardashvili, Freddie Woodman and Vitezslav Jaros among their goalkeeping options. Alisson's contract expires next summer, while Mamardashvili's longer-term situation remains unclear. Brughmans gives the club another route, and a potentially high-upside one.
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#Liverpool #genk #timing #become
2 months ago
The transfer window for Premier League and English Football League clubs will close at 23:00 BST on Tuesday.
Catch up with all the confirmed deals done on deadline day below, while you can follow the latest transfer news and gossip as it happens here.
The deadline for Scottish Premiership and Women's Super League clubs is on Thursday, at 17:00 BST and 23:00 BST respectively.
Premier League
19:00: Lucca Brughmans [Genk - Liverpool] £30m
#transfer #catch
Catch up with all the confirmed deals done on deadline day below, while you can follow the latest transfer news and gossip as it happens here.
The deadline for Scottish Premiership and Women's Super League clubs is on Thursday, at 17:00 BST and 23:00 BST respectively.
Premier League
19:00: Lucca Brughmans [Genk - Liverpool] £30m
#transfer #catch
2 months ago
Liverpool have completed the signing of 18-year-old goalkeeper Lucca Brughmans from Belgian side Genk in a deal that could be worth up to £30m including add-ons.
Brughmans has agreed a six-year contract with Liverpool and will remain at Genk on loan this season before moving to Anfield ahead of the 2027-28 campaign.
The Belgian keeper, who is 6ft 7in, has started all four of Genk's games this season and has represented his country at youth level.
BBC Sport understands that there is an inital fee alongside follow up payments and the figure of around £30m is at the top of what can be achieved.
As it stands, Liverpool have Alisson, Giorgi Mamardashvili, Freddie Woodman and Vitezslav Jaros as their goalkeeping options, but with Alisson's contract expiring next summer and Mamardashvili's future looking uncertain, Brughmans will be an option from the summer of 2027 onwards.
#belgian #season
Brughmans has agreed a six-year contract with Liverpool and will remain at Genk on loan this season before moving to Anfield ahead of the 2027-28 campaign.
The Belgian keeper, who is 6ft 7in, has started all four of Genk's games this season and has represented his country at youth level.
BBC Sport understands that there is an inital fee alongside follow up payments and the figure of around £30m is at the top of what can be achieved.
As it stands, Liverpool have Alisson, Giorgi Mamardashvili, Freddie Woodman and Vitezslav Jaros as their goalkeeping options, but with Alisson's contract expiring next summer and Mamardashvili's future looking uncertain, Brughmans will be an option from the summer of 2027 onwards.
#belgian #season
2 months ago
Hamburg have officially completed the signing of Morocco international Zakaria El Ouahdi from KRC Genk, finally landing their preferred solution on the right side after several weeks of negotiations. The 24-year-old successfully completed his medical on Sunday before signing his contract with the Bundesliga club.
According to Transfermarkt, HSV will pay an initial €8m transfer fee, with another €3m potentially due through bonuses. Genk have also reportedly secured a percentage of any future sale. The structure represents potentially excellent business for Hamburg given El Ouahdi's current estimated €17m market value.
Get German Football News reported previously that HSV had intensified their pursuit of El Ouahdi after agreeing personal terms with the player. Hamburg were preparing another attempt to reach an agreement with Genk after seeing two earlier approaches rejected.
Sporting director Claus Costa ultimately refused to abandon the pursuit or meet Genk's initial demands, with the two clubs eventually finding common ground through a lower guaranteed fee supplemented by bonuses and a sell-on clause.
El Ouahdi arrives to address one of the clearest remaining deficiencies in Hamburg's squad. Following the departures of William Mikelbrencis and Giorgi Gocholeishvili, Bakery Jatta had entered the new Bundesliga campaign with little genuine competition on the right side. Jatta subsequently struggled defensively during Hamburg's 2-0 defeat away at Borussia Dortmund.
#signing
According to Transfermarkt, HSV will pay an initial €8m transfer fee, with another €3m potentially due through bonuses. Genk have also reportedly secured a percentage of any future sale. The structure represents potentially excellent business for Hamburg given El Ouahdi's current estimated €17m market value.
Get German Football News reported previously that HSV had intensified their pursuit of El Ouahdi after agreeing personal terms with the player. Hamburg were preparing another attempt to reach an agreement with Genk after seeing two earlier approaches rejected.
Sporting director Claus Costa ultimately refused to abandon the pursuit or meet Genk's initial demands, with the two clubs eventually finding common ground through a lower guaranteed fee supplemented by bonuses and a sell-on clause.
El Ouahdi arrives to address one of the clearest remaining deficiencies in Hamburg's squad. Following the departures of William Mikelbrencis and Giorgi Gocholeishvili, Bakery Jatta had entered the new Bundesliga campaign with little genuine competition on the right side. Jatta subsequently struggled defensively during Hamburg's 2-0 defeat away at Borussia Dortmund.
#signing
2 months ago
Liverpool are keeping a watching brief on Genk goalkeeper Lucca Brughmans as the final stages of the transfer window bring uncertainty around Giorgi Mamardashvili's future, with Echo reporting that Nottingham Forest are weighing up a move for the Georgia international.
Brughmans, who turned 18 in June, has quickly emerged as one of the more highly regarded young goalkeepers in Europe. Liverpool's interest is understood to sit at monitoring stage for now, rather than anything more advanced before Tuesday's 11pm deadline. That position reflects both the competitive market around the player and the fact that any immediate movement may depend on developments involving Mamardashvili.
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Within Liverpool's recruitment structure, Brughmans has been identified by the club's Global Talent department, led by Matt Newberry, as a goalkeeper of significant long-term promise. He has already made four senior appearances for Genk and has represented Belgium at Under-19 level, factors that have helped elevate his profile among top European clubs.
There is further competition too, with Real Madrid among those credited with interest. That naturally makes any future pursuit more complex, and there is no indication at this stage that Liverpool are preparing a late push before the deadline passes.
#interest
Brughmans, who turned 18 in June, has quickly emerged as one of the more highly regarded young goalkeepers in Europe. Liverpool's interest is understood to sit at monitoring stage for now, rather than anything more advanced before Tuesday's 11pm deadline. That position reflects both the competitive market around the player and the fact that any immediate movement may depend on developments involving Mamardashvili.
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Within Liverpool's recruitment structure, Brughmans has been identified by the club's Global Talent department, led by Matt Newberry, as a goalkeeper of significant long-term promise. He has already made four senior appearances for Genk and has represented Belgium at Under-19 level, factors that have helped elevate his profile among top European clubs.
There is further competition too, with Real Madrid among those credited with interest. That naturally makes any future pursuit more complex, and there is no indication at this stage that Liverpool are preparing a late push before the deadline passes.
#interest
2 months ago
Hamburger SV continue to pursue the signing of KRC Genk right-back Zakaria El Ouahdi as sporting director Claus Costa seeks to resolve one of the squad's most obvious remaining deficiencies before the transfer deadline. According to the Hamburger Abendblatt, HSV have already reached a basic agreement with the 24-year-old Moroccan international.
Belgian transfer reporter Sacha Tavolieri reports that the Bundesliga club are now preparing a third offer for Genk after their first two approaches failed to produce an agreement. El Ouahdi himself reportedly favors the move. Kicker identifies the defender as Hamburg's preferred solution and reports that a deal could cost approximately €13m plus bonuses.
The Morocco international offers substantial attacking production from the right flank. El Ouahdi registered eight goals and five **** ists in 34 league appearances last season, adding another four goals across nine Europa League outings. His potential arrival would also address a weakness that Get German Football News' 2026/27 Hamburger SV tactical preview identified as one of the club's principal unresolved personnel issues.
Following the departures of William Mikelbrencis and Giorgi Gocholeishvili, Bakery Jatta currently stands as the only established option for Merlin Polzin on the right wing-back position. HSV have consequently been seeking a player capable of moving ahead of Jatta in the hierarchy.
Bayer Leverkusen full-back Arthur remains the alternative should HSV decide that El Ouahdi's overall package is too expensive. Florian Plettenberg previously reported that Hamburg had reached a basic verbal agreement with the 23-year-old Brazilian over a season-long loan without a purchase option. GGFN covered Arthur's potential departure as part of Leverkusen's extensive late-window restructuring. Die Werkself are themselves attempting to sign Strasbourg right-back Guéla Doué and are prepared to sanction Arthur's temporary departure.
#agreement #genk #jatta #league
Belgian transfer reporter Sacha Tavolieri reports that the Bundesliga club are now preparing a third offer for Genk after their first two approaches failed to produce an agreement. El Ouahdi himself reportedly favors the move. Kicker identifies the defender as Hamburg's preferred solution and reports that a deal could cost approximately €13m plus bonuses.
The Morocco international offers substantial attacking production from the right flank. El Ouahdi registered eight goals and five **** ists in 34 league appearances last season, adding another four goals across nine Europa League outings. His potential arrival would also address a weakness that Get German Football News' 2026/27 Hamburger SV tactical preview identified as one of the club's principal unresolved personnel issues.
Following the departures of William Mikelbrencis and Giorgi Gocholeishvili, Bakery Jatta currently stands as the only established option for Merlin Polzin on the right wing-back position. HSV have consequently been seeking a player capable of moving ahead of Jatta in the hierarchy.
Bayer Leverkusen full-back Arthur remains the alternative should HSV decide that El Ouahdi's overall package is too expensive. Florian Plettenberg previously reported that Hamburg had reached a basic verbal agreement with the 23-year-old Brazilian over a season-long loan without a purchase option. GGFN covered Arthur's potential departure as part of Leverkusen's extensive late-window restructuring. Die Werkself are themselves attempting to sign Strasbourg right-back Guéla Doué and are prepared to sanction Arthur's temporary departure.
#agreement #genk #jatta #league
2 months ago
Rangers remain in talks with Brighton and Hove Albion for winger Amario Cozier-Duberry after a previous bid was rejected. (Rangers Review)
Celtic have agreed a deal for Hajduk Split and Canada midfielder Niko Sigur. (Lukasz Gikiewicz on X)
Although Genk have emerged as late contenders for Sigur's signature and have bid €4m. (24 Sata - in Croatian)
Wolves goalkeeper Sam Johnstone, 33, is a target for Celtic. (Daily Mail)
Rangers have identified Rodez striker Ibrahima Balde as a target to bolster their striking options. (Sacha Tavolieri on X)
#cozier
Celtic have agreed a deal for Hajduk Split and Canada midfielder Niko Sigur. (Lukasz Gikiewicz on X)
Although Genk have emerged as late contenders for Sigur's signature and have bid €4m. (24 Sata - in Croatian)
Wolves goalkeeper Sam Johnstone, 33, is a target for Celtic. (Daily Mail)
Rangers have identified Rodez striker Ibrahima Balde as a target to bolster their striking options. (Sacha Tavolieri on X)
#cozier
2 months ago
Maintaining the unprecedented highs of success set by Xabi Alonso was always going to be tricky, but ***** ody at Bayer Leverkusen could have foreseen how it unfolded. With Erik Ten Hag sacked after just two league games in charge, it set the tone for what would be a turbulent and uncomfortable 2025-26 season.
The Rhineland club acted quickly and choose to appoint Kasper Hjulmand who filled the void. Despite being unable to impart his tactics on the squad in pre-season, the Dane made a bright start to his rein with seven wins from his first nine games. Thereafter, things started to unravel.
Costly defeats and losing their grip on a prized Champions League berth in the final two matchday's effectively sealed Hjulmand's fate. With a desire for stability, Leverkusen's chiefs decided that a change at the helm would be needed, thus parting ways with the 54-year-old after a sixth-place finish.
With several components of their squad at the 2026 World Cup, Leverkusen partially regrouped for pre-season on 14 July. Players were met by a new face in coach Carles Martinez. The Spaniard, arriving from Girona, said he was keen to bring his intense and passionate style of football to the BayArena.
With routine wins over Sportfreunde Baumberg (7-0) and Kickers Offenbach (3-1), Leverkusen faced a sterner task in KRC Genk. The Belgian Pro League side were brushed aside 4-0, with further impressive displays from summer signing Afonso Moreira alongside Nathan Tella and Christian Kofane.
#leverkusen #season #xabi #alonso
The Rhineland club acted quickly and choose to appoint Kasper Hjulmand who filled the void. Despite being unable to impart his tactics on the squad in pre-season, the Dane made a bright start to his rein with seven wins from his first nine games. Thereafter, things started to unravel.
Costly defeats and losing their grip on a prized Champions League berth in the final two matchday's effectively sealed Hjulmand's fate. With a desire for stability, Leverkusen's chiefs decided that a change at the helm would be needed, thus parting ways with the 54-year-old after a sixth-place finish.
With several components of their squad at the 2026 World Cup, Leverkusen partially regrouped for pre-season on 14 July. Players were met by a new face in coach Carles Martinez. The Spaniard, arriving from Girona, said he was keen to bring his intense and passionate style of football to the BayArena.
With routine wins over Sportfreunde Baumberg (7-0) and Kickers Offenbach (3-1), Leverkusen faced a sterner task in KRC Genk. The Belgian Pro League side were brushed aside 4-0, with further impressive displays from summer signing Afonso Moreira alongside Nathan Tella and Christian Kofane.
#leverkusen #season #xabi #alonso
3 months ago
In the Bundesliga's latest "Midweek Interview", Dortmund goalkeeper Gregor Kobel had a chance to talk about the upcoming season and the changes to the BVB squad. The departure of Julian Brandt, Karim Adeyemi, and Niklas Süle left plenty of ******* e and wages for Ole Book and Lars Ricken to work with.
The signing of Genk's Konstantinos Karetsas, PAOK's Giannis Konstantelias, and PSV's Joey Veerman in the build up to the season kick-off has certainly given Dortmund fans something to be excited about. Kobel knows that a step-up is required, but shares his enthusiasm:
"Today was only my first real team training. But with Karetsas, our new Greek talent, you don't need a lot of time to see that he has a lot of quality on the ball, that he's a great player and that he has a lot of potential. We have a lot of young guys with a lot of potential, and I'm really excited about what they can bring to the team and about their everyday work. They're going to improve and feel how the game is played here. Maybe it's a little faster, maybe it's a little more physical, depending on which league you're coming from. We'll see."
There are big expectations, especially on the shoulders of BVB's Greek signings. The 28-year-old notes that they can't rely on their new signings to fly from day one. He continues:
"If you play for Dortmund, you know how it is: you need to get your qualities onto the pitch every three days. But on the other hand, with a lot of young guys, it's not fair to expect them to carry the team every three days. It's going to be a team effort. The guys who have been here longer need to bring them together, prepare them for the season and help them build their confidence. The other guys, of course, need to show their talent as well."
#dortmund #work
The signing of Genk's Konstantinos Karetsas, PAOK's Giannis Konstantelias, and PSV's Joey Veerman in the build up to the season kick-off has certainly given Dortmund fans something to be excited about. Kobel knows that a step-up is required, but shares his enthusiasm:
"Today was only my first real team training. But with Karetsas, our new Greek talent, you don't need a lot of time to see that he has a lot of quality on the ball, that he's a great player and that he has a lot of potential. We have a lot of young guys with a lot of potential, and I'm really excited about what they can bring to the team and about their everyday work. They're going to improve and feel how the game is played here. Maybe it's a little faster, maybe it's a little more physical, depending on which league you're coming from. We'll see."
There are big expectations, especially on the shoulders of BVB's Greek signings. The 28-year-old notes that they can't rely on their new signings to fly from day one. He continues:
"If you play for Dortmund, you know how it is: you need to get your qualities onto the pitch every three days. But on the other hand, with a lot of young guys, it's not fair to expect them to carry the team every three days. It's going to be a team effort. The guys who have been here longer need to bring them together, prepare them for the season and help them build their confidence. The other guys, of course, need to show their talent as well."
#dortmund #work
3 months ago
TURIN, Italy (AP) — Colombia defender Jhon Lucumí signed for Juventus on Monday for 19.5 million euros ($22.6 million) after impressing at the World Cup.
Juventus said the 28-year-old center back had signed a four-year contract and the fee paid to Serie A rival Bologna could rise above 22 million euros ($25.5 million) with performance bonuses.
Lucumí played almost every minute of Colombia's five games at the World Cup, where the team conceded just one goal, in an opening 3-1 win over Uzbekistan.
Colombia lost in the round of 16 to Switzerland in a penalty shootout, after a 0-0 draw where Lucumí's header struck the bar in extra time. He was substituted ahead of the shootout.
Lucumí played four years at Bologna, including in the Champions League two seasons ago, having first arrived in Europe to join Genk in Belgium.
#juventus #World #bologna #euros
Juventus said the 28-year-old center back had signed a four-year contract and the fee paid to Serie A rival Bologna could rise above 22 million euros ($25.5 million) with performance bonuses.
Lucumí played almost every minute of Colombia's five games at the World Cup, where the team conceded just one goal, in an opening 3-1 win over Uzbekistan.
Colombia lost in the round of 16 to Switzerland in a penalty shootout, after a 0-0 draw where Lucumí's header struck the bar in extra time. He was substituted ahead of the shootout.
Lucumí played four years at Bologna, including in the Champions League two seasons ago, having first arrived in Europe to join Genk in Belgium.
#juventus #World #bologna #euros
3 months ago
Jhon Lucumi has joined Juventus from Bologna on a permanent transfer, and the 28-year-old has signed a contract that will keep him at the club until 30 June, 2030.
Agreement with Bologna for the definitive acquisition of the player Lucumí
Lucumi came through the youth ranks at Deportivo Cali, making his professional debut at the age of 17 and immediately demonstrating great character and physicality on the pitch. Signed by Genk in 2018, he continued his career by securing a place in the starting line-up and becoming one of the best defenders in the Belgian league.
Since joining Bologna in 2022, the Colombian defender has made a total of 152 appearances over the last four seasons, also making his Champions League debut – in which he scored one of the two goals he has netted for the Rossoblu over the years.
Juventus are signing a player at the peak of his powers, ready to make an immediate contribution to the team ahead of the 2026/27 season.
#lucumi #making #debut #jhon
Agreement with Bologna for the definitive acquisition of the player Lucumí
Lucumi came through the youth ranks at Deportivo Cali, making his professional debut at the age of 17 and immediately demonstrating great character and physicality on the pitch. Signed by Genk in 2018, he continued his career by securing a place in the starting line-up and becoming one of the best defenders in the Belgian league.
Since joining Bologna in 2022, the Colombian defender has made a total of 152 appearances over the last four seasons, also making his Champions League debut – in which he scored one of the two goals he has netted for the Rossoblu over the years.
Juventus are signing a player at the peak of his powers, ready to make an immediate contribution to the team ahead of the 2026/27 season.
#lucumi #making #debut #jhon
3 months ago
Giannis Konstantelias is set to join Borussia Dortmund from PAOK as he arrived in Germany on Sunday morning ahead of his medical check. However, the move isn't welcomed by his current club fans as they showed their discontent in multiple ways.
Led by a popular ultras group called "Gate 4", the fans protested the departure of the player who signed a deal until 2029 last summer. According to local newspapers, the fans arrived at the office of the club president with a demand for talks, and they also protested in front of the stadium.
Curiously, there were similar incidents after Stuttgart agreed all terms with PAOK for the attacker last year. In the end, the move was cancelled by the club owner Ivan Savvidis as Konstantelias ended up signing a new deal.
There were even reports that PAOK fans waited for him when he landed in Dortmund in hopes of convincing him to stay in Greece. However, that will not change matters for the player who has only left the club for a five-month loan to KAS Eupen so far.
Konstantelias scored three goals for PAOK in this season's Europa League qualifying rounds. Borussia Dortmund already signed his compatriot Konstantinos Karetsas from Genk. After their failed attempt at signing Said El Mala from Köln, the Black and Yellows immediately turned their attention to their second target.
#konstantelias #dortmund #club #however
Led by a popular ultras group called "Gate 4", the fans protested the departure of the player who signed a deal until 2029 last summer. According to local newspapers, the fans arrived at the office of the club president with a demand for talks, and they also protested in front of the stadium.
Curiously, there were similar incidents after Stuttgart agreed all terms with PAOK for the attacker last year. In the end, the move was cancelled by the club owner Ivan Savvidis as Konstantelias ended up signing a new deal.
There were even reports that PAOK fans waited for him when he landed in Dortmund in hopes of convincing him to stay in Greece. However, that will not change matters for the player who has only left the club for a five-month loan to KAS Eupen so far.
Konstantelias scored three goals for PAOK in this season's Europa League qualifying rounds. Borussia Dortmund already signed his compatriot Konstantinos Karetsas from Genk. After their failed attempt at signing Said El Mala from Köln, the Black and Yellows immediately turned their attention to their second target.
#konstantelias #dortmund #club #however
3 months ago
Paris Saint-Germain have signed Belgium winger Mika Godts from Ajax.
The 21-year-old, who established himself as a regular starter for the Amsterdam club last season and scored 17 Eredivisie goals, has put pen to paper on a five-year contract with the European champions.
Godts told the PSG website late on Saturday: "I feel incredibly proud to be joining one of the best clubs in the world. I can't wait to pull on this shirt and experience the Parc des Princes and its supporters.
"I'll give my all on the pitch to repay the faith placed in me by President Nasser Al-Khelaifi, (football adviser) Luis Campos and coach Luis Enrique."
The forward, who started out at the Anderlecht academy before joining Jong Genk in 2022 and then Jong Ajax the following year, made his senior international debut in March, but was not selected in Belgium's World Cup squad.
#year #jong #saint
The 21-year-old, who established himself as a regular starter for the Amsterdam club last season and scored 17 Eredivisie goals, has put pen to paper on a five-year contract with the European champions.
Godts told the PSG website late on Saturday: "I feel incredibly proud to be joining one of the best clubs in the world. I can't wait to pull on this shirt and experience the Parc des Princes and its supporters.
"I'll give my all on the pitch to repay the faith placed in me by President Nasser Al-Khelaifi, (football adviser) Luis Campos and coach Luis Enrique."
The forward, who started out at the Anderlecht academy before joining Jong Genk in 2022 and then Jong Ajax the following year, made his senior international debut in March, but was not selected in Belgium's World Cup squad.
#year #jong #saint
3 months ago
PARIS (AP) — Champions League ******* leholder Paris Saint-Germain strengthened its attack even further by signing left winger Mika Godts from Dutch club Ajax on a five-year deal.
PSG announced the transfer late on Saturday without giving any financial details. Sports daily L'Equipe estimated the fee to be 55 million euros ($64 million) including bonuses.
It was the second signing of the day after Spain's World Cup-winning forward Ferran Torres joined from Barcelona for a reported fee of 50 million euros.
The 21-year-old Godts came through the youth ranks at Anderlecht before joining Genk and then Ajax. He played for the Amsterdam-based club's highly rated youth team, Jong Ajax, before breaking into the senior side.
In his first full season, the right-footer scored eight goals in 47 matches overall and made an impression in the Europa League. Last season, he stepped up a level with 17 goals and 15 ******* ists in 44 matches and broke into the Belgium side.
#league #euros
PSG announced the transfer late on Saturday without giving any financial details. Sports daily L'Equipe estimated the fee to be 55 million euros ($64 million) including bonuses.
It was the second signing of the day after Spain's World Cup-winning forward Ferran Torres joined from Barcelona for a reported fee of 50 million euros.
The 21-year-old Godts came through the youth ranks at Anderlecht before joining Genk and then Ajax. He played for the Amsterdam-based club's highly rated youth team, Jong Ajax, before breaking into the senior side.
In his first full season, the right-footer scored eight goals in 47 matches overall and made an impression in the Europa League. Last season, he stepped up a level with 17 goals and 15 ******* ists in 44 matches and broke into the Belgium side.
#league #euros
3 months ago
Tottenham Hotspur reportedly admire Crystal Palace defender Daniel Munoz as Roberto De Zerbi looks to sign a new right-back this summer. The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium club are set to sell Djed Spence to Inter Milan, and his Palace counterpart has emerged as a likely replacement. Munoz 'is a proper runner and threat on goal', but Spurs are not the only ones keen on the Colombian after his impressive performances at the World Cup.
The 30-year-old is also on the radar of Everton, but it is unknown whether Palace have plans to sell him anytime soon. Munoz has two years left on his contract with the Selhurst Park club, but they also hold the option for a further year. He can also feature as a wing-back and boasts much-needed experience having played over 100 games for the Eagles since joining from Genk in January 2024.
#palace #munoz #year #crystal
The 30-year-old is also on the radar of Everton, but it is unknown whether Palace have plans to sell him anytime soon. Munoz has two years left on his contract with the Selhurst Park club, but they also hold the option for a further year. He can also feature as a wing-back and boasts much-needed experience having played over 100 games for the Eagles since joining from Genk in January 2024.
#palace #munoz #year #crystal
3 months ago
Serie A giants Juventus have been desperate to sign Bologna's Jhon Lucumi and their attempts for the defender are now intensifying.
La Gazzetta dello Sport that while there is an impasse between the two clubs for the South American, Teun Koopmeiners could hold the key.
This is because Bologna have asked for the Dutchman as part of Juve's move for Lucumi. They are currently unable to reduce the fee to what Juventus want because they are due a 20% sell-on clause to Genk, who sold Lucumi to Bologna.
Juve are open to selling Koopmeiners. There have been simply enquiries from the Premier League but no major offers have been made.
Besides, Bologna sporting director Giovanni Sartori was key to bringing the Netherlands international to Italy during his time at Atalanta. He has also spoken to his brother – Peer, about his own move to Bologna. This can play an important role, even if Juve find the idea of including the older Koopmeiners in a move for Lucumi quite complicated.
#move #juventus #jhon
La Gazzetta dello Sport that while there is an impasse between the two clubs for the South American, Teun Koopmeiners could hold the key.
This is because Bologna have asked for the Dutchman as part of Juve's move for Lucumi. They are currently unable to reduce the fee to what Juventus want because they are due a 20% sell-on clause to Genk, who sold Lucumi to Bologna.
Juve are open to selling Koopmeiners. There have been simply enquiries from the Premier League but no major offers have been made.
Besides, Bologna sporting director Giovanni Sartori was key to bringing the Netherlands international to Italy during his time at Atalanta. He has also spoken to his brother – Peer, about his own move to Bologna. This can play an important role, even if Juve find the idea of including the older Koopmeiners in a move for Lucumi quite complicated.
#move #juventus #jhon
3 months ago
Lars Ricken, Managing Director of Sports, says: "With Kos, we're adding a player to Borussia Dortmund who, at just 18 years old, already possesses tremendous talent. We're thrilled that we were able to get him excited about our vision, and from the very first moment of our discussions, we could tell that Kos is eager to join BVB. And despite all the talent he already brings to the table, we still see potential in him that we want to help him realize together."
Sports Director Ole Book emphasizes: "With his creativity and game intelligence, Kos will enrich our team. He is technically very skilled and has the ability to find quick solutions in tight ******* es, especially in the final third."
Karetsas joins the Black and Yellows from KRC Genk. Last season, he played in 34 matches in the Belgian Jupiler Pro League and set up 11 goals. In the Europa League, he reached the round of 16 with Genk, making 11 appearances (2 goals, 5 ******* ists). Karetsas made his debut for the Greek national team in March 2025. In ten matches since then, he has scored three goals and set up another.
Karetsas said of his move to Borussia Dortmund: "Borussia Dortmund is a special club, and I'm incredibly proud to now be able to wear the Black and Yellow jersey. I'm really looking forward to getting to know my players and soon playing in front of our fans in this impressive stadium. I want to do my part to ensure that we're successful together."
#borussia #karetsas #sports #league
Sports Director Ole Book emphasizes: "With his creativity and game intelligence, Kos will enrich our team. He is technically very skilled and has the ability to find quick solutions in tight ******* es, especially in the final third."
Karetsas joins the Black and Yellows from KRC Genk. Last season, he played in 34 matches in the Belgian Jupiler Pro League and set up 11 goals. In the Europa League, he reached the round of 16 with Genk, making 11 appearances (2 goals, 5 ******* ists). Karetsas made his debut for the Greek national team in March 2025. In ten matches since then, he has scored three goals and set up another.
Karetsas said of his move to Borussia Dortmund: "Borussia Dortmund is a special club, and I'm incredibly proud to now be able to wear the Black and Yellow jersey. I'm really looking forward to getting to know my players and soon playing in front of our fans in this impressive stadium. I want to do my part to ensure that we're successful together."
#borussia #karetsas #sports #league
3 months ago
Why did you choose Borussia Dortmund?"Because the club has always been one of my favorites. That's the main reason. I also think the path here is a great one. There are plenty of examples of players who've come here and taken a huge leap forward in their careers. I believe I'll be able to develop very well here and learn a lot. That's why I came here."
What do you already know about the club, the city, and the stadium?"BVB has the best fans—the craziest, in a good way! 80,000—I've never played in front of so many people before. So that's really exciting for me. I also know that they're hard-working, smart people. That's similar to the people from my hometown of Genk. It's nice to know that."
Did you talk to anyone beforehand to learn more about BVB? Or about the Bundesliga?"Yes, I have a few friends who are players in the Bundesliga, so I asked them about the league. Plus, of course, many of my fellow soccer players know BVB as a club. I asked them about the club, and they were all very positive and thought it was a good move for me. That only reinforced my decision."
For BVB fans who might not know you that well yet: How would you describe your playing style?"I'd describe myself as a creative player and also as someone who always works hard and tries to help the team."
What are your goals here in Dortmund, both personally and with the team?"My personal goals are to continue developing as much as possible, take the next step in my career, score more goals, and contribute to the team. And from the team's perspective, my goal is, of course, to win ******* les—and not just one. Yes, that's my plan: to win ******* les and help the team as much as possible."
#bundesliga
What do you already know about the club, the city, and the stadium?"BVB has the best fans—the craziest, in a good way! 80,000—I've never played in front of so many people before. So that's really exciting for me. I also know that they're hard-working, smart people. That's similar to the people from my hometown of Genk. It's nice to know that."
Did you talk to anyone beforehand to learn more about BVB? Or about the Bundesliga?"Yes, I have a few friends who are players in the Bundesliga, so I asked them about the league. Plus, of course, many of my fellow soccer players know BVB as a club. I asked them about the club, and they were all very positive and thought it was a good move for me. That only reinforced my decision."
For BVB fans who might not know you that well yet: How would you describe your playing style?"I'd describe myself as a creative player and also as someone who always works hard and tries to help the team."
What are your goals here in Dortmund, both personally and with the team?"My personal goals are to continue developing as much as possible, take the next step in my career, score more goals, and contribute to the team. And from the team's perspective, my goal is, of course, to win ******* les—and not just one. Yes, that's my plan: to win ******* les and help the team as much as possible."
#bundesliga
3 months ago
Borussia Dortmund on Monday announced the signing of teenage Greek forward Konstantinos Karetsas from Belgian side Genk on a five-year deal, for a reported fee of 30 million euros ($34 million) plus bonuses.
The 18-year-old, who already has three goals in 10 appearances for Greece, laid on 11 ****** ists in the Belgian top flight last season.
Dortmund were looking for more creativity after the departure of the long-serving Julian Brandt, who left on a free transfer.
"Borussia Dortmund is a special club and I am incredibly proud to now be able to wear the black and yellow jersey," Karetsas said in a statement.
Sporting director Ole Book said: "(Karetsas) will enrich our team with his creativity and intelligence. He is technically very skilled and possesses the ability to find quick solutions in tight ****** es, especially in the final third."
#dortmund #year #Monday
The 18-year-old, who already has three goals in 10 appearances for Greece, laid on 11 ****** ists in the Belgian top flight last season.
Dortmund were looking for more creativity after the departure of the long-serving Julian Brandt, who left on a free transfer.
"Borussia Dortmund is a special club and I am incredibly proud to now be able to wear the black and yellow jersey," Karetsas said in a statement.
Sporting director Ole Book said: "(Karetsas) will enrich our team with his creativity and intelligence. He is technically very skilled and possesses the ability to find quick solutions in tight ****** es, especially in the final third."
#dortmund #year #Monday
3 months ago
Borussia Dortmund have officially completed the signing of Greek international Konstantinos Karetsas from Belgian side KRC Genk. Karetsas gets set to begin the Bundesliga chapter of his career after signing a five-year contract with the Bundesliga runners-up through June 30, 2031. Kicker reports that Dortmund are paying a guaranteed transfer fee of €30m, with realistically attainable bonuses capable of increasing the package to €32m.
Genk have also reportedly secured a ten-percent share of any future transfer profit. Sport Bild places Karetsas' base salary at approximately €3.5m per year, with further performance-related bonuses built into his contract. The agreement concludes a prolonged transfer saga. Dortmund initially increased their offer to more than €30m after Genk rejected an earlier proposal.
The clubs subsequently failed to bridge the remaining financial gap, despite Karetsas having already agreed personal terms through 2031. Genk initially sought a guaranteed €35m and an overall package potentially reaching €40m.
Sporting director Nils Ole Book publicly addressed Dortmund's unsuccessful initial pursuit of Karetsas before electing to skip the club's tour of ****** an to continue working on the club's outstanding transfer business.
Karetsas is expected to fill the creative vacancy created by Julian Brandt's departure. Dortmund confirmed in March that Brandt's expiring contract would not be extended, with the long-serving German international subsequently joining Ajax. BVB also required additional attacking ****** istance following Karim Adeyemi's €22m move to Barcelona.
#dortmund #genk
Genk have also reportedly secured a ten-percent share of any future transfer profit. Sport Bild places Karetsas' base salary at approximately €3.5m per year, with further performance-related bonuses built into his contract. The agreement concludes a prolonged transfer saga. Dortmund initially increased their offer to more than €30m after Genk rejected an earlier proposal.
The clubs subsequently failed to bridge the remaining financial gap, despite Karetsas having already agreed personal terms through 2031. Genk initially sought a guaranteed €35m and an overall package potentially reaching €40m.
Sporting director Nils Ole Book publicly addressed Dortmund's unsuccessful initial pursuit of Karetsas before electing to skip the club's tour of ****** an to continue working on the club's outstanding transfer business.
Karetsas is expected to fill the creative vacancy created by Julian Brandt's departure. Dortmund confirmed in March that Brandt's expiring contract would not be extended, with the long-serving German international subsequently joining Ajax. BVB also required additional attacking ****** istance following Karim Adeyemi's €22m move to Barcelona.
#dortmund #genk
3 months ago
Borussia Dortmund have confirmed the signing of Greek international Konstantinos Karetsas, who joins the club from KRC Genk.
The 18-year-old attacking midfielder has signed a contract until 2031 with the Black and Yellows.
"With Kos, we are gaining a player for Borussia Dortmund who already possesses enormous ability at just 18 years of age," said Borussia Dortmund managing director for sport Lars Ricken.
"We are delighted that we were able to convince him of our path, and from the very first conversations we noticed that Kos was keen on joining BVB. Despite all the quality he already brings, we also see further potential in him that we want to unlock together."
Karetsas, who made 92 appearances for Genk with six goals and 23 **** ists to his name, said:
#already
The 18-year-old attacking midfielder has signed a contract until 2031 with the Black and Yellows.
"With Kos, we are gaining a player for Borussia Dortmund who already possesses enormous ability at just 18 years of age," said Borussia Dortmund managing director for sport Lars Ricken.
"We are delighted that we were able to convince him of our path, and from the very first conversations we noticed that Kos was keen on joining BVB. Despite all the quality he already brings, we also see further potential in him that we want to unlock together."
Karetsas, who made 92 appearances for Genk with six goals and 23 **** ists to his name, said:
#already
3 months ago
Bayer Leverkusen continued their perfect pre-season start with a 4-0 win over Belgian side Genk on Wednesday. Summer signing Afonso Moreira maintained his record of scoring in every game before providing the **** ist for the fourth goal.
Unlike their first two friendlies, Leverkusen played the game at their home ground for the youth teams, Ulrich-Haberland-Stadion. Jeanuel Belocian opened the scoring after Edmond Tapsoba's incisive through pass before fellow French defender Loïc Badé saw his perfect goal cancelled for an offside.
Nathan Tella doubled Leverkusen's advantage before the break, with the **** ist provided by Jonas Hofmann after Carles Martínez's boys won back possession in the final third. Before the Spaniard coach changed the entire lineup at the hour mark, Die Werkself added two quickfire second-half goals.
Former Lyon attacker Moreira scored his fourth pre-season goal with a clinical finish before a well-worked **** ist for Christian Kofane's goal a couple of minutes later. While Kerim Alajbegovic and Martin Terrier are standing at the exit door from the club, Moreira is showing more than enough quality to be trusted as the starting left winger ahead of the season start.
Meanwhile, Patrik Schick played his first pre-season minutes as he played alongside Victor Boniface in the scoreless last half an hour. Leverkusen will face 3. Liga side Rot-Weiss Essen in their next friendly game at Ulrich-Haberland-Stadion on August 1st.
#moreira #ulrich #haberland
Unlike their first two friendlies, Leverkusen played the game at their home ground for the youth teams, Ulrich-Haberland-Stadion. Jeanuel Belocian opened the scoring after Edmond Tapsoba's incisive through pass before fellow French defender Loïc Badé saw his perfect goal cancelled for an offside.
Nathan Tella doubled Leverkusen's advantage before the break, with the **** ist provided by Jonas Hofmann after Carles Martínez's boys won back possession in the final third. Before the Spaniard coach changed the entire lineup at the hour mark, Die Werkself added two quickfire second-half goals.
Former Lyon attacker Moreira scored his fourth pre-season goal with a clinical finish before a well-worked **** ist for Christian Kofane's goal a couple of minutes later. While Kerim Alajbegovic and Martin Terrier are standing at the exit door from the club, Moreira is showing more than enough quality to be trusted as the starting left winger ahead of the season start.
Meanwhile, Patrik Schick played his first pre-season minutes as he played alongside Victor Boniface in the scoreless last half an hour. Leverkusen will face 3. Liga side Rot-Weiss Essen in their next friendly game at Ulrich-Haberland-Stadion on August 1st.
#moreira #ulrich #haberland
3 months ago
Bayer Leverkusen have entered negotiations with Olympique de Marseille over the potential signing of Facundo Medina, with the Argentina international emerging as one of the club's primary defensive targets this summer.
According to reports, discussions between the two clubs are already underway. Medina, who recently featured for Argentina in the World Cup final, is viewed as an experienced and versatile addition capable of operating both as a centre-back and on the left side of defence.
The 27-year-old only joined Marseille recently but has quickly attracted interest following his impressive performances at both club and international level. His versatility and composure in possession reportedly make him an ideal fit for Leverkusen's style of play.
Leverkusen's recruitment drive is not limited to central defence, however. The club also continue to monitor KRC Genk full-back Zakaria El Ouahdi as they explore options to strengthen the right side of their defence, too.
The Moroccan international has been on Leverkusen's radar for some time and remains an alternative should the club decide to add another full-back before the transfer window closes. While no agreement has yet been reached, El Ouahdi is still considered a realistic option.
#side
According to reports, discussions between the two clubs are already underway. Medina, who recently featured for Argentina in the World Cup final, is viewed as an experienced and versatile addition capable of operating both as a centre-back and on the left side of defence.
The 27-year-old only joined Marseille recently but has quickly attracted interest following his impressive performances at both club and international level. His versatility and composure in possession reportedly make him an ideal fit for Leverkusen's style of play.
Leverkusen's recruitment drive is not limited to central defence, however. The club also continue to monitor KRC Genk full-back Zakaria El Ouahdi as they explore options to strengthen the right side of their defence, too.
The Moroccan international has been on Leverkusen's radar for some time and remains an alternative should the club decide to add another full-back before the transfer window closes. While no agreement has yet been reached, El Ouahdi is still considered a realistic option.
#side
4 months ago
As we know, the relationship between Leao and Milan now appears to be at an all-time low. The player — by his own admission — is pushing for a new experience away from San Siro, while for the club his sale would represent the main opportunity to raise funds and finance an already very demanding transfer market.
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According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Fenerbahce are ready to get serious and have reportedly put a €50 million offer on the table to convince Milan to let Leao leave. The player would have been offered a five-year contract worth €8 million net per season, boosted by bonuses linked to appearances, goals, and winning the Turkish league.
The deal is also reportedly being closely followed by Jorge Mendes, who is said to have offered the forward — unsuccessfully — to Barcelona and Man Utd, while Milan are already said to be considering Genk's Konstantinos Karetsas as a possible replacement, with his club asking for at least €40 million.
calciomercato.com also confirms the strong pressure from the Istanbul club, although it reports different figures. According to the outlet, Fenerbahce are preparing a blitz in Milan and a lower overall offer than the one suggested by the pink paper, while Milan continue to demand a higher valuation to let their number 10 leave. The Turkish club's intention to make a move in the coming hours, however, remains.
#turkish
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According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Fenerbahce are ready to get serious and have reportedly put a €50 million offer on the table to convince Milan to let Leao leave. The player would have been offered a five-year contract worth €8 million net per season, boosted by bonuses linked to appearances, goals, and winning the Turkish league.
The deal is also reportedly being closely followed by Jorge Mendes, who is said to have offered the forward — unsuccessfully — to Barcelona and Man Utd, while Milan are already said to be considering Genk's Konstantinos Karetsas as a possible replacement, with his club asking for at least €40 million.
calciomercato.com also confirms the strong pressure from the Istanbul club, although it reports different figures. According to the outlet, Fenerbahce are preparing a blitz in Milan and a lower overall offer than the one suggested by the pink paper, while Milan continue to demand a higher valuation to let their number 10 leave. The Turkish club's intention to make a move in the coming hours, however, remains.
#turkish
4 months ago
Wolves striker Tolu Arokodare has hit out at “inaccurate” reports that he forced training to be cancelled by refusing to leave the pitch.
It was suggested that Arokodare had sat down at the club’s training ground on Monday and demanded that they let him move to Fiorentina.
Arokodare was left out of Wednesday’s friendly against Maidenhead United by new manager Cesar Peixoto, with Wolves reported to have accepted an offer from Trabzonspor in Turkey – but rejected a possible deal with Fiorentina.
Arokodare signed for £24m from Genk last summer and scored three times in his first campaign as Wolves were relegated from the Premier League.
"I was very surprised and disappointed to see the media reports today, many of which were inaccurate,” Arokodare posted on social media. “Throughout my career, I have always taken great pride in conducting myself professionally and maintaining the highest training standards.
#arokodare #wolves #training #reports
It was suggested that Arokodare had sat down at the club’s training ground on Monday and demanded that they let him move to Fiorentina.
Arokodare was left out of Wednesday’s friendly against Maidenhead United by new manager Cesar Peixoto, with Wolves reported to have accepted an offer from Trabzonspor in Turkey – but rejected a possible deal with Fiorentina.
Arokodare signed for £24m from Genk last summer and scored three times in his first campaign as Wolves were relegated from the Premier League.
"I was very surprised and disappointed to see the media reports today, many of which were inaccurate,” Arokodare posted on social media. “Throughout my career, I have always taken great pride in conducting myself professionally and maintaining the highest training standards.
#arokodare #wolves #training #reports
4 months ago
Genk are in the market for a new striker. They appear, according to HNB, to be keen on Pisa’s Nigerian striker Rafiu Durosinmi . However, the 23-year-old Nigerian striker will not come cheap. Pisa are looking for around €10m to allow the forward to leave. However, Genk may well be able to afford that soon. The side are currently negotiating with Borussia Dortmund for the sale of Kos Karetsas, with the Belgian club hoping to get €35m for the talented Greek teenager. This would certainly free up the cash to sign Durosinmi.
Durosinmi only joined Pisa in January 2026 from Viktoria Plzen, where he had scored 31 goals in 71 games. Since joining Pisa, the 23-year-old has only scored one goal in 12 games. But Genk have always had success with strikers from Nigeria. Tolu Arokodare and Paul Onuachu both scored a lot of goals for Genk during their time in Belgium. However, €10m is a lot of money for a Belgian club to spend, and if it doesn’t work out, it will be hard for Genk to get anything near that back for the forward. This would also be a record fee for Genk, surpassing what they spent on Theo Bongonda a few seasons ago.
Durosinmi himself is said to be interested in the move after Pisa were relegated to Serie B last season.
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Durosinmi only joined Pisa in January 2026 from Viktoria Plzen, where he had scored 31 goals in 71 games. Since joining Pisa, the 23-year-old has only scored one goal in 12 games. But Genk have always had success with strikers from Nigeria. Tolu Arokodare and Paul Onuachu both scored a lot of goals for Genk during their time in Belgium. However, €10m is a lot of money for a Belgian club to spend, and if it doesn’t work out, it will be hard for Genk to get anything near that back for the forward. This would also be a record fee for Genk, surpassing what they spent on Theo Bongonda a few seasons ago.
Durosinmi himself is said to be interested in the move after Pisa were relegated to Serie B last season.
GBeNeFN | Ben Jackson
4 months ago
Alfred Johansson will get his first introduction to the Motherwell support in Friday's friendly against Belgian side Genk, but Thursday marks a week until the first leg of their Conference League second-round qualifier against HB Torshavn.
Excitement is building among the fans of the Fir Park club, yet there is also some concern bubbling away about the readiness of the Lanarkshire side as the start of their European campaign approaches.
Two key players from the team that mesmerised the fanbase throughout last term have departed, with goalkeeper Calum Ward joining Queens Park Rangers and Callum Slattery departing for Sheffield Wednesday.
No direct replacements have been signed for either yet, with forward Willy Vogt and centre-back Martin Moorman the only signings of the window so far.
Meanwhile, speculation will not go away regarding the futures of Elliot Watt and Elijah Just, who returned for pre-season training last week following his excellent showings at the World Cup with New Zealand.
Excitement is building among the fans of the Fir Park club, yet there is also some concern bubbling away about the readiness of the Lanarkshire side as the start of their European campaign approaches.
Two key players from the team that mesmerised the fanbase throughout last term have departed, with goalkeeper Calum Ward joining Queens Park Rangers and Callum Slattery departing for Sheffield Wednesday.
No direct replacements have been signed for either yet, with forward Willy Vogt and centre-back Martin Moorman the only signings of the window so far.
Meanwhile, speculation will not go away regarding the futures of Elliot Watt and Elijah Just, who returned for pre-season training last week following his excellent showings at the World Cup with New Zealand.
4 months ago
HLN have revealed that Club Brugge have agreed individual terms with Genk winger Noah Adedeji-Sternberg. The Genk winger is keen on making the move to the recent Belgian champions, but Club Brugge have not yet been able to agree a deal with Genk for the winger. As a result, Adedeji-Sternberg is currently training away from the Genk first team as they begin their pre season preparations.
Understandably, Genk don’t want to lose the winger. They had plans to go into this season with wingers who had pace and the ability to beat their man, something that 21-year-old is certainly capable of. He also remains under contract with Genk until 2028, so Club Brugge will be expected to pay a decent fee for his services. Adedeji-Sternberg had his breakout season during the 2024/2025 campaign, where he scored five goals and provided four **** ists in 38 games. Last season he played 36 games for Genk, scoring once and providing two **** ists.
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Understandably, Genk don’t want to lose the winger. They had plans to go into this season with wingers who had pace and the ability to beat their man, something that 21-year-old is certainly capable of. He also remains under contract with Genk until 2028, so Club Brugge will be expected to pay a decent fee for his services. Adedeji-Sternberg had his breakout season during the 2024/2025 campaign, where he scored five goals and provided four **** ists in 38 games. Last season he played 36 games for Genk, scoring once and providing two **** ists.
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