# Benjamin Tahirović transfer to KRC Genk

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/benjamin-tahirovi-transfer-to-krc-genk
> Updated: 2026-08-30T08:00:00.000Z. Sources: 18. Developments: 2.

Negotiations for the transfer of Bosnian midfielder Benjamin Tahirović from Brøndby IF to KRC Genk progressed from advanced discussions to a finalized agreement.

Initially, reports indicated that negotiations were centered around a permanent transfer fee of approximately four million euros. Tahirović, a 23-year-old defensive midfielder, had been training away from the Brøndby squad as the deal moved forward.

The situation concluded with the announcement of a transfer structured as a loan with an option to buy. Despite interest from clubs in Italy, Spain, Turkey, and Celtic, Genk secured the player. Tahirović, who has previously played for Ajax and AS Roma, has completed medical examinations and is expected to join the Belgian squad wearing the number four shirt.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-30: Liverpool targets Genk goalkeeper Lucca Brughmans

Liverpool has reached a verbal agreement with KRC Genk for 18-year-old goalkeeper Lucca Brughmans in a €35m deal, potentially as a replacement for Giorgi Mamardashvili.

12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/benjamin-tahirovi-transfers-from-brndby-to-krc-genk

### 2026-08-27: Benjamin Tahirović nears transfer from Brøndby to KRC Genk

Bosnian midfielder Benjamin Tahirović is nearing a permanent transfer from Brøndby IF to KRC Genk in a deal worth approximately four million euros.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/benjamin-tahirovi-nears-transfer-from-brndby-to-krc-genk

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