Key Takeaways:
- Borussia Dortmund have increased their proposal for Konstantinos Karetsas to just over €30m in an effort to secure his signature
- Club executives Nils Ole Book and Lars Ricken have personally travelled to Genk to drive negotiations forward
- The new offer, inclusive of bonuses, exceeds Genk’s financial baseline after their initial €30m bid was rejected
Dortmund’s Pursuit Intensifies as Executives Visit Genk
Borussia Dortmund have raised their bid for talented attacking midfielder Konstantinos Karetsas to over €30m, according to Patrick Berger. Nils Ole Book and Lars Ricken, two leading figures from the Bundesliga club, have headed to Genk to conduct negotiations in person, underlining the club’s determination to finalise the deal. Dortmund’s earlier €30m offer was turned down, prompting this increased proposal which, after incorporating bonuses, pushes the total package beyond Genk’s stated requirements.
🚨⏳ BREAKING | Borussia Dortmund have improved their offer for Konstantinos Karetsas following Tuesday’s meeting with Genk.
The package is now worth just over €30m, including potential add-ons as per @berger_pj.
No agreement has been reached yet, but talks are progressing… pic.twitter.com/TsKzZCjxVR
— Florian Plettenberg (@Plettigoal) July 22, 2026
Karetsas’ Attributes and Fit for Dortmund’s Attack
Karetsas, who is predominantly deployed as an attacking midfielder, is equally adept at starting from the right before moving centrally. Capable with his left foot and renowned for his close control, agility, and ability to move the ball through dense opposition, Karetsas stands out for his vision and skill at identifying runners beyond defensive lines. The Genk starlet, currently valued at €35m, has also shown proficiency at unlocking defences with rapid interplay.
Summer Departures Shape Transfer Urgency
Borussia Dortmund face an urgent need to reinforce their forward options this summer, following the exits of several established right-sided attackers, including Karim Adeyemi, Julian Brandt, and Julien Duranville. In the wake of bringing in Justin Lerma, securing the services of 18-year-old Karetsas would make him the second attacking signing for the club in the current transfer window.
