According to Voetbalnieuws.be, Standard fears the possible departure of Ibe Hautekiet, who is entering the last year of his contract. He has already received a proposal to extend his contract but has not yet responded.

The transfer to La Gantoise is no longer on the table, as reported by Belgian media. Hautekiet, a 23-year-old right-footed central defender from Belgium, has a contract with Standard Liège until 2027.

Standard de Liège is open to offers for Ibe Hautekiet, and his transfer could significantly contribute to the club's financial resources.

Ivan Leko, the Croatian coach of KAA Gent, is convinced of the potential of Ibe Hautekiet and wants to bring him to the club. Hautekiet, who has a contract with Standard until 2027 and a market value of 3.5 million euros, played 35 competitive matches last season. Leko wants to persuade Hautekiet to wait until KAA Gent sells some players to afford the transfer fee. Standard is asking for a transfer fee between 2.5 and 3 million euros.