K.R.C. Genk has rejected a new €30 million bid from Borussia Dortmund for their young attacking midfielder Konstantinos Karetsas. The club has now set a price of €40 million, including add-ons. This gives AC Milan a chance to win the race for the talented player.
What happened?
Borussia Dortmund sent representatives to Belgium to negotiate with K.R.C. Genk. According to Sky Sports Deutschland reporter Patrick Berger, the latest bid was €30 million plus €5 million in add-ons and 20% of any future sale. However, this offer was rejected as Genk demands €35 million plus €5 million in add-ons.
Why is this important for K.R.C. Genk?
Konstantinos Karetsas is one of the club's biggest talents. He came through the K.R.C. Genk youth academy and scored three goals and provided 18 assists in 49 competitive games last season. With a sale for €40 million, the club would make a significant profit on their investment.
What comes next?
AC Milan now knows what they need to do to secure the player: a bid of €40 million, including add-ons. Galatasaray and Paris Saint-Germain have also shown interest in the player. Karetsas, who has represented both the Belgian and Greek national teams, is a highly sought-after talent.
