Joris Kayembe is entering his final contract year. According to Het Laatste Nieuws, De Condé is inclined to activate the option to extend the player's contract. If Genk keeps the left back for a longer period, the club would not have to spend money on a replacement and could allocate a larger budget for offensive reinforcements.

Joris Kayembe, a 31-year-old DR Congo and Belgian left-back, is under contract at KRC Genk until mid-2026. Kayembe stated to Het Belang van Limburg that discussions will take place sometime during the following month, and that things are moving fast, he feels at home, he receives a lot of appreciation, including from the supporters, and is therefore open to everything. Racing Genk has an option to extend his contract by one year, but Kayembe wants more certainty. Negotiations will have to take place. Genk is not a club that often gives long-term contracts to players in their thirties. The defender has earned 23 caps for DR Congo. In the 2025/2026 Jupiler Pro League season, he has made 15 appearances and provided 1 assist. His Transfermarkt market value is currently €2.50m.