New offer: BVB up bid for top target Karetsas! | OneFootball

Borussia Dortmund want to sign Konstantinos Karetsas from KRC Genk. Talks have been ongoing for quite some time, and the Black and Yellows are in a good position to get a deal done.

The main sticking point recently was the overall financial package. But there have now been new developments, as BVB’s bosses traveled to Belgium in person to push the talks forward.

And something has happened in the process. According to Sky information, BVB have increased their offer and are now putting forward a total package worth more than €30 million for the 18-year-old.

BVB step up pressure for Karetsas

That is still not the final amount Genk have in mind, but it is a step forward in the pursuit of the youngster. Karetsas is regarded as one of the absolute top talents in Belgium. Clubs such as Milan have also expressed interest, but are currently on the outside looking in.

That is also because BVB made contact with the player’s camp at an early stage and reached an agreement with them. The Greek wants to move to Dortmund and is now waiting for the clubs to reach an agreement.

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In addition, a few variables have been added. For example, BVB have agreed to include a sell-on clause, which could also bring the Belgians a financial windfall in a few years.

The deal is not yet close to being completed, but Dortmund’s decision-makers have certainly moved a step closer to getting it over the line. In Belgium, too, Dortmund’s willingness to seriously pursue the deal and make concessions has now been noted.

One thing is clear: BVB are not under pressure yet because they are in pole position, but it should not take too much longer to reach an agreement, because the competition certainly will not stand still.

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