Borussia Dortmund targets Konstantinos Karetsas as Brandt successor
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 8:57 AM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026
Borussia Dortmund is considering a transfer for KRC Genk's Konstantinos Karetsas, as reported by Sky Germany. The 18-year-old midfielder has become a priority for the club following Julian Brandt's departure. Karetsas, who contributed 18 assists and three goals in 49 appearances last season, is reportedly interested in joining Dortmund. A reported €35 million asking price from Genk poses a challenge, but funds from Karim Adeyemi's potential transfer to Barcelona may facilitate the move.
- •Karetsas is an 18-year-old midfielder from KRC Genk.
- •He provided 18 assists and scored three goals last season.
- •Dortmund seeks a replacement for Julian Brandt.
- •Genk's €35 million asking price is a significant hurdle.
- •Funds from Adeyemi's move to Barcelona could enable the deal.
- 8:57 AMYahoo Sports — Dortmund target Greek wonderkid as Brandt successor
"Borussia Dortmund are weighing up a move for KRC Genk's Konstantinos Karetsas, according to Sky Germany.The German broadcaster reports that the 18-year-old has been identified as the preferred success...
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