Borussia Dortmund intensifies chase for young midfielder Konstantinos Karetsas
Borussia Dortmund is renewing its pursuit of 18‑year‑old Konstantinos Karetsas, a Belgian‑Greek midfielder under contract with KRC Genk until 2029. After an initial €30 million offer with bonuses was rejected, Genk is demanding a package that could reach €40 million, including a resale clause. Dortmund’s sporting director Ole Book confirmed a new offer will be submitted and that club officials will travel to Belgium next week to press the deal. Simultaneously, Turkish side Galatasaray has added Karetsas to its transfer list, also citing a €35 million fee, while AC Milan has shown interest pending other moves. Negotiations remain ongoing as Genk holds firm on its valuation, and the player has expressed willingness to join Dortmund.
Entities: Borussia Dortmund · Galatasaray SK · KRC Genk · Konstantinos Karetsas · Ole Book
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] AC Milan’s interest in Karetsas depends on Rafael Leão’s departure. (Dutch article)
- [● 4 SOURCES] Dortmund has offered just over €30 million plus bonuses for the player. (All articles)
- [● 4 SOURCES] Karetsas has given his consent to join Borussia Dortmund. (All articles)
- [● 2 SOURCES] Sporting director Ole Book said Dortmund wants two offensive signings: Karetsas and Said El Mala. (German and Dutch articles)
- [● 4 SOURCES] Genk is demanding a total package of €35‑40 million and a sell‑on percentage. (All articles)
- [● 4 SOURCES] The transfer window closes at the end of the mercato period. (All articles)
- [● 2 SOURCES] Dortmund officials will travel to Belgium next week to advance the negotiations. (Greek articles)
- [● 4 SOURCES] Borussia Dortmund is negotiating to acquire Konstantinos Karetsas from KRC Genk. (All articles)