Borussia Dortmund agrees personal terms with midfielder Konstantinos Karetsas
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 1:32 PM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026
Borussia Dortmund has reportedly reached an agreement in principle with 18-year-old Konstantinos Karetsas to join from KRC Genk. Negotiations between the clubs are still ongoing, with Genk reportedly rejecting previous offers and demanding up to €35 million. Dortmund's bids have been around €30 million including bonuses. The club’s sporting director Ole Book is focused on securing the transfer, as Karetsas is viewed as a potential replacement for Julian Brandt, who recently left the team.
- •Konstantinos Karetsas, 18, is currently with KRC Genk.
- •Dortmund has made multiple bids for the young midfielder.
- •Genk's asking price is approximately €35 million.
- •Ole Book is determined to finalize the transfer.
- •Karetsas is viewed as a replacement for Julian Brandt.
- 1:32 PMYahoo Sports — Borussia Dortmund agree personal terms with 18-year-old midfield gem
"18-year-old Konstantinos Karetsas has reportedly agreed to join Borussia Dortmund from KRC Genk.According to Sky Germany, the Black and Yellows have reached an agreement in principle with the highly-r...
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