Matte Smets

In February 2026, reports indicated that Genk rejected bids of €16 million and €19 million from VfL Wolfsburg. One report also mentioned an agreement between the clubs for €15 million plus €3 million in bonuses, which the player reportedly refused. During this period, his Transfermarkt value was cited as €11 million. A July 2026 report mentioned a Transfermarkt value of €10 million. Earlier, in January 2025, interest from Inter was reported with an anticipated fee exceeding €10 million. His completed transfer from Sint-Truiden to Genk in July 2024 was for a fee of €2.3 million.

Our valuation for Matte Smets is primarily driven by multiple reports from February 2026 detailing rejected bids from VfL Wolfsburg, including one as high as €19 million. The significant interest from numerous top-tier European clubs, such as Manchester United, Manchester City, PSG, and Inter, suggests a competitive market that will likely push his price beyond the rejected offers. His rapid appreciation in value, having transferred for just €2.3 million in July 2024, further supports a strong valuation.