High asking price: is Genk's wonderkid too pricey for BVB? | OneFootball

Borussia Dortmund are intensively looking into a midfielder from KRC Genk. But the high transfer fee demanded for the Greek top talent could cause major problems for BVB.

As Sky reports, Konstantinos Karetsas remains one of the most exciting transfer candidates for Borussia Dortmund. BVB’s decision-makers are said to have been closely monitoring the 18-year-old attacking talent from KRC Genk for quite some time. According to reports, there were already several live scouting visits in the winter, and initial concrete talks have now reportedly taken place.

However, a quick deal is not expected. The main reason is the high fee being demanded by the Belgians. According to Sky, Genk are now asking for between €40 million and €45 million for the Greek international. Transfer reporter Sacha Tavolieri had initially spoken of around €35 million, but Dortmund now apparently expect the figure to be significantly higher. As early as last winter, a top Portuguese club is said to have been turned away with an offer of around €30 million.

BVB transfer target Karetsas shines in Belgium

The demands are not without reason. Despite his young age, Karetsas is enjoying an outstanding season and has long since established himself as a regular starter at Genk. Across all competitions, the attacking midfielder has made almost 50 competitive appearances and has particularly stood out as a provider. In total, he has recorded 18 assists and also scored three goals.

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He has also attracted attention on the international stage. In the Europa League, Karetsas registered two goals and five assists in eleven matches. He especially showed his quality in the round of 16 against SC Freiburg, when he set up the Belgian side’s only goal in the 5–1 second-leg defeat.

However, Dortmund’s bosses are currently weighing up carefully whether a transfer of this magnitude would be financially feasible. Added to that, Dortmund are not alone in their pursuit of the youngster. Alongside BVB, Bayern Munich are also said to be interested, and other top European clubs are reportedly monitoring the playmaker as well. Thanks to his contract running until 2029, Genk are in a comfortable negotiating position.

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