Genoa are considering Maurits Kjaergaard, a 22-year-old Danish midfielder from RB Salzburg, as an alternative target. Fellow Serie A sides Sassuolo and Udinese are also interested in him. Kjaergaard, who has not yet been capped by Denmark's senior team, is under contract with the Austrian club until June 2028. He recorded 2 goals and 6 assists in 20 Bundesliga appearances during the 2025/2026 season. His market value is estimated by Transfermarkt at €8.00m. According to reports in January 2026, Red Bull Salzburg valued the midfielder at approximately €20 million. An earlier report from August 2025 mentioned a demand of €15 million.