KRC Genk is reportedly interested in Maxloren Castro, an 18-year-old winger from Peru who plays for Sporting Cristal. Brighton is also interested in Castro. He joined Sporting Cristal in January 2024 and has a contract until the end of 2028. According to Transfermarkt, his current market value is €1.20m. Castro has made 4 appearances for the Peruvian national team. In the 2025/2026 Liga 1 Apertura season, he has scored 3 goals and provided 3 assists in 16 matches.