According to Bild, Konstantinos Karetsas is transferring from KRC Genk to Borussia Dortmund. The transfer fee is €30 million, with up to €2 million in potential bonuses that are conditional on Karetsas reaching a certain number of appearances or winning titles. The agreement also contains a 10% sell-on clause for KRC Genk on any potential profit from a future transfer. Karetsas is set to receive a five-year, performance-based contract without a release clause. It includes a base salary of around €3.5 million that can increase with regular appearances. He is scheduled for a medical examination in Dortmund on Wednesday, after which he will sign his contract. He will not travel with the team to Japan and will commence training with Borussia Dortmund upon their return to Germany.

Borussia Dortmund has reached an agreement with Genk for Konstantinos Karetsas for a fee of 38 million euros. Karetsas is expected in Dortmund in the coming hours to undergo a medical examination and sign his contract.

Konstantinos Karetsas is close to moving from KRC Genk to Borussia Dortmund. 'Sport24' reports that the Greek international said goodbye to Genk with an emotional post on Instagram. According to 'Sport Day', Genk and Dortmund have agreed on a record fee.

According to Kicker, Bild, and Sky, the transfer of Konstantinos Karetsas from KRC Genk to Borussia Dortmund is almost complete. The transfer fee is reportedly 30 million euros plus two million euros in bonus payments. The mandatory medical examination at the German Bundesliga club is scheduled to take place in the coming days.

According to a report from Fabrizio Romano, which he confirmed with his 'Here we go' statement, Konstantinos Karetsas is set to leave KRC Genk for Borussia Dortmund. Genk and Dortmund have agreed on a transfer fee of 33 million euros, which includes a sell-on percentage. This is a record amount for the Belgian club. It is reported that Karetsas had two other offers but chose Borussia Dortmund after a visit to Germany and a conversation about the club's project.

Gazzetta.gr reports that the transfer of Konstantinos Karetsas to Borussia Dortmund has been completed, with the German club and Genk reaching a final agreement. Borussia Dortmund’s management recently traveled to Belgium for a second time to accelerate negotiations for the transfer. An increased offer from Dortmund led to the final agreement with the Belgian club. Karetsas has agreed to all personal terms with Borussia and is satisfied with the development plan presented to him. He will sign a five-year contract, and Genk will receive over €35 million from the transfer, including bonuses. Available information indicates the deal is final and Karetsas is already preparing to travel to Germany to join his new team’s preparations.

Tuttomercato reports that talks during the day between the German club and Genk led to a breakthrough in negotiations. Confirmations from Belgium indicate an agreement between the clubs for a fee of around 33 million euros including bonuses, plus a sell-on clause.

After weeks of negotiations, Borussia Dortmund and KRC Genk have reached an agreement to transfer Konstantinos Karetsas. Karetsas will play for Borussia Dortmund for the next five years, having already agreed to a five-year contract. The deal represents Racing Genk's most expensive outgoing transfer ever. Before this agreement, Genk had also received offers from AC Milan. While the fee is not known, a Greek source reports it is 40 million euros including bonuses, with the potential to reach 45 million euros. On July 27, 2026, Bob Faesen reported that Genk and Dortmund had agreed on the transfer fee for the player.

HLN reported that a delegation from Borussia Dortmund, led by sporting director Ole Book, traveled to Belgium to attempt to finalize negotiations with Genk for Konstantinos Karetsas. Borussia Dortmund made an initial offer of 30 million euros plus 5 million in bonuses, and this offer was rejected. Karetsas is permitted to leave if an offer of 40 million euros, including bonuses, is made.

According to Fabrizio Romano, Borussia Dortmund made direct contact with KRC Genk on Monday to accelerate negotiations for Konstantinos Karetsas. There is no definitive agreement yet. According to Romano, a deal between the German club and the midfielder is being worked on. In recent days, Dortmund submitted an improved proposal, and according to German sources, the bid is now above 30 million euros, including possible bonuses and a resale percentage. Discussions between the clubs are reportedly progressing well for Karetsas.

Fabrizio Romano reports that Borussia Dortmund will have a direct meeting with Genk today to advance the deal for Konstantinos Karetsas. The report also states that BVB wants to act quickly.

Voetbalnieuws.be has reported that Borussia Dortmund has been pressing for the transfer of Konstantinos Karetsas but has not yet reached an agreement with KRC Genk. The report indicates that Borussia Dortmund's offer consisted of a fixed sum of approximately 30 million euros, an additional 5 million euros in bonuses, and 20% of a potential resale amount. KRC Genk is reportedly demanding a fixed amount of at least 35 to 40 million euros. It is expected that Sporting director Ole Book will return to Genk this week for another round of negotiations and is likely to present an improved offer. Borussia Dortmund's objective is to add Karetsas to its squad promptly and prevent other clubs from securing his transfer.

Bild reports that the transfer of Konstantinos Karetsas to Dortmund is imminent. Sporting director Ole Book is staying in Dortmund to finalize the transfer. Genk demands a transfer fee of approximately 35 million euros, and Dortmund is working on bonus payments and a payment plan. Dortmund is also almost in full agreement with the 18-year-old player.

According to Kicker, Borussia Dortmund has an agreement with Kos Karetsas on a contract until 2031, but negotiations with Genk have been difficult. The clubs met earlier in the week but did not reach an agreement. Dortmund's most recent offer, including bonuses, was slightly more than 30 million euros, but this was not sufficient to convince Genk. Genk hopes to receive at least 35 million euros. It is reported that Borussia Dortmund are becoming impatient, viewing Karetsas as the ideal successor to the departed Julian Brandt.

Konstantinos Karetsas is a top target for Borussia Dortmund, but an agreement has not yet been reached at the club level. According to Patrick Berger of the German branch of 'Sky Sports', BVB offered a fixed €30 million, an additional €5 million in bonuses, and 20% of a potential resale amount. This offer was not sufficient, as Racing Genk is reported to want a fixed sum of at least €35 to €40 million. Genk's goal is to receive as much as €45 million when all bonuses and resale percentages are included.

According to Bild, a Borussia Dortmund delegation, which included BVB-Boss Lars Ricken and Sporting Director Ole Book, traveled to Belgium on Tuesday for negotiations regarding Konstantinos Karetsas. The player has reportedly informed KRC Genk's management of his definite desire to move to Dortmund, and contract details concerning duration and salary have been verbally explored. A transfer fee that includes bonuses and is over 30 million euros is under discussion. The negotiations are ongoing but may conclude soon. Karetsas played in a friendly match for Genk on Wednesday.

According to Voetbalnieuws.be, an agreement has not yet been reached regarding a possible transfer of Kos Karetsas to Dortmund.

Konstantinos Karetsas has committed to Borussia Dortmund, and negotiations with KRC Genk are in the final stages. It is reported that the transfer fee is 31 to 32 million euros and that Genk would also receive a resale participation of 15 to 20 percent.

Borussia Dortmund improved their offer for Konstantinos Karetsas after a meeting with Genk on Tuesday. The package is now worth just over €30m, including potential add-ons, according to @berger_pj. An agreement has not been reached, but talks are progressing positively. According to @SkySportDE, Borussia Dortmund remain confident.

According to 'Sky', Borussia Dortmund officials will travel to Genk this week for negotiations with KRC Genk's sporting director, Dimitri De Condé. Borussia Dortmund's aim is to find a solution before their Japan trip begins on Sunday. An agreement has been reached between Borussia Dortmund and Konstantinos Karetsas. Borussia Dortmund recently offered 30 million euros, while KRC Genk's demand is at least 35 million euros. According to 'Sky', KRC Genk hopes for a total of up to 40 million euros with bonuses included. The deal is not yet finalized. AC Milan also has an interest, but 'Ruhr Nachrichten' and 'Sky' report that Borussia Dortmund is still in the leading position.

According to Ekrem Konur, Leeds United are monitoring Konstantinos Karetsas, though the player prefers a move to the Bundesliga. Milan has made him a primary target, and Everton, Brighton, and Chelsea are also interested. According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Milan can only proceed with a deal if Rafael Leão leaves. Genk is aiming for at least forty million euros for Karetsas and values the 18-year-old attacking midfielder at €35–40M. Karetsas is under contract with Genk until mid-2029.

According to Tuttomercato, Genk rejected a 30 million euro offer from Borussia Dortmund for Konstantinos Karetsas. The club values Karetsas at approximately 40 million euros and is unwilling to lower the price. Karetsas recently recovered from an ankle injury and is now performing well.

Borussia Dortmund are in a leading position to sign Konstantinos Karetsas ahead of Chelsea, after intensifying talks with the player's representatives and Genk. Discussions with the player's representatives are progressing well, while negotiations with Genk are also underway. Genk have rejected Dortmund’s initial offer of €26 million and are seeking a fee of around €35 million. There is growing confidence within Dortmund that a compromise can eventually be reached. According to sources for TEAMtalk, Konstantinos Karetsas believes Dortmund represents the ideal environment to continue his development.

Konstantinos Karetsas is Borussia Dortmund's preferred solution for the attacking midfield position, and an agreement has already been reached with him. However, Borussia Dortmund and KRC Genk have not yet reached an agreement, although the offer and the demand are not far apart at 35 and 30 million euros. Genk's Technical Director Dimitri De Condé stated that they know what they have in Karetsas and that he also has a long-term contract. De Condé added that it is still too early to say what the player's future will be and that Konstantinos knows his future may also be with Genk.

Borussia Dortmund is the most definite option for Kos Karetsas and appears to have already convinced the player, but an agreement has not been reached with Genk. According to reports from Greece, Dortmund intends to accelerate negotiations after the sale of Karim Adeyemi to FC Barcelona is completed. Genk can expect a formal offer from Dortmund soon. The clubs are reportedly discussing a proposal of 30 million euros, which includes bonuses. Genk has previously stated they are seeking 35 million euros. Dimitris Manakos posted on July 16, 2026, that an official bid is imminent.

According to @berger_pj, Konstantinos Karetsas and Borussia Dortmund have reached an agreement in principle. Negotiations between the clubs are ongoing. Genk has rejected every offer so far and continues to demand up to €35m. The report adds that Ole Book persists and the 18-year-old attacking midfielder is currently BVB’s priority signing.

Borussia Dortmund is searching for a replacement for Julian Brandt, who did not extend his expiring contract. Konstantinos Karetsas is reportedly a primary target for the club. Negotiations between Borussia Dortmund and KRC Genk had previously stalled but have since resumed. According to Sky Sports journalist Patrick Berger, Borussia Dortmund is working intensively on signing a successor for Brandt, and Karetsas is the preferred solution. It is reported that some of the proceeds from the imminent sale of Karim Adeyemi to FC Barcelona will be used to finance the Karetsas deal. This sale is expected to bring in over 30 million euros.

According to Het Laatste Nieuws, Konstantinos Karetsas is expected to leave KRC Genk this summer. Borussia Dortmund has made three offers for Karetsas, which Racing Genk has rejected. The offers were higher than the 26 million euro fee Genk received for Tolu Arokodare's transfer to Wolverhampton. KRC Genk is aiming for a total package of 45 million euros, including bonuses and a resale percentage, and hopes for a fixed price of 35 million euros. Karetsas is interested in a transfer to Dortmund.

According to Sky Sport in Germany, Borussia Dortmund are making efforts to sign Konstantinos Karetsas again. Negotiations are currently difficult, with Genk still demanding up to €35m. The report also states that Ole Book is determined to sign the 18-year-old attacking midfielder.

Sky Sports reported that Borussia Dortmund held concrete talks with the entourage of Kos Karetsas and that a transfer to Signal Iduna Park is no longer being pursued. The same source reported that Dortmund withdrew from the deal because of the high asking price set by Genk. Genk is aiming for a price of approximately 35 to 40 million euros, and an amount of 45 million euros has also been mentioned. Dortmund considers such an investment to be too risky for a young player who has limited statistics.

Sacha Tavolieri reported a renewed approach from Borussia Dortmund that included a meeting with Konstantinos Karetsas, while Sky reports the price for the KRC Genk player is between 40 and 45 million euros.

Sacha Tavolieri reports that Kos Karetsas met with officials from Borussia Dortmund last week. Negotiations are not progressing due to the transfer fee, as Genk is demanding approximately €35 million, an amount Borussia Dortmund is not willing to pay at this time. A vacancy at Dortmund exists following the departure of Julian Brandt.

Konstantinos Karetsas, an 18-year-old from KRC Genk, is described as one of Europe's most in-demand talents, and numerous top clubs, including Borussia Dortmund, are interested in him. BVB scouts have watched Karetsas live in the stadium several times. According to BILD, the club's management has great interest in him. His market value is 28 million euros, and the player would not be available for less than 35 million euros. A transfer could become more likely if players are sold in the summer.

Voetbalnieuws.be reports that scouts from Borussia Dortmund were present to watch Karetsas.

Borussia Dortmund is at the forefront of international interest in Karetsas, showing significant interest in acquiring him. Dortmund and Monaco are leading the chase for the young Greek talent, with Manchester United and Newcastle also monitoring him closely. Karetsas, who has recently made history as the youngest scorer for Greece, is attracting attention from clubs across Europe, including from Serie A teams like Bologna and Udinese, as well as Napoli.