Key Takeaways:
- Borussia Dortmund announced the acquisition of Konstantinos Karetsas from Genk
- The 18-year-old Greek forward has already contributed 11 assists and 3 goals for Greece and impressed in the Belgian top division last season
- The signing comes after Julian Brandt departed on a free transfer, with Dortmund paying a reported €30 million plus bonuses
Major Signing Adds Creativity to Borussia Dortmund’s Frontline
Borussia Dortmund have completed the high-profile capture of Konstantinos Karetsas from Belgian outfit Genk, sealing a five-year deal on Monday. The transfer is reported to be valued at 30 million euros plus potential bonuses, as the Bundesliga side responded to the creative void left by the exit of Julian Brandt, who joined a new club on a free transfer.
✍️ Borussia Dortmund verpflichtet das 18-jährige griechische Talent Konstantinos Karetsas vom KRC Genk. Der Offensivspieler unterschreibt beim BVB einen Vertrag bis 30.06.2031. pic.twitter.com/vlpysMTF8g
— Borussia Dortmund (@BVB) August 3, 2026
Karetsas: Profile and Impact
Konstantinos Karetsas arrives in Germany at just 18 years old, already boasting an impressive track record for both club and country. The Greek talent has notched up three international goals for Greece in 10 appearances and last season supplied 11 assists in Belgium’s top division.
Club Statements and Summer Strategy
Karetsas expressed his excitement about joining the Bundesliga giants, stating: “Borussia Dortmund is a special club and I am incredibly proud to now be able to wear the black and yellow jersey.”
Sporting director Ole Book commented on the signing: “(Karetsas) will enrich our team with his creativity and intelligence. He is technically very skilled and possesses the ability to find quick solutions in tight spaces, especially in the final third.”
Looking Ahead: Further Transfer Plans
The former European champions have also been associated with a move for Cologne’s teenage Germany forward Said El Mala, as they look to strengthen further this summer. Dortmund finished as Bundesliga runners-up behind Bayern Munich in the previous campaign, and are keen to build a squad for renewed title contention.
