Borussia Dortmund are stepping up their pursuit of highly rated Greek talent Konstantinos Karetsas, as negotiations with KRC Genk enter a decisive phase. According to reports from Sky Sports, Dortmund officials are preparing to travel directly to Genk this week in a bid to accelerate discussions and secure a breakthrough agreement.
The Bundesliga giants are keen to finalize the deal before their upcoming pre-season tour in Japan, which has added urgency to the negotiations. Karetsas has emerged as one of Dortmund’s top transfer priorities this window, and the club is determined to avoid prolonged talks that could jeopardize the move.
Dortmund’s most recent offer for the talented midfielder reportedly falls just short of €30 million. However, Genk remain firm in their valuation. The Belgian side is demanding a guaranteed fee of €35 million, with additional bonuses that could push the total package to around €40 million. From Genk’s perspective, Karetsas represents both a key asset and a future star, so they are unwilling to compromise easily.
Despite the financial gap, Dortmund remain in a strong position to complete the signing. Interest from AC Milan has added some pressure, but the German club still leads the race. A major factor working in Dortmund’s favor is the player’s personal preference. Karetsas and his family are said to strongly favor a move to Signal Iduna Park, viewing it as the ideal environment for his development.
In fact, an agreement in principle between Karetsas and Borussia Dortmund has already been reached. This means that the remaining hurdle lies solely in club-to-club negotiations. Dortmund’s track record of developing young talents into world-class players also plays a crucial role in convincing the player. The likes of past stars who flourished at the club continue to make Dortmund an attractive destination for rising prospects.
Meanwhile, Genk’s sporting director Dimitri De Condé is expected to play a central role in the final discussions. His stance will be key in determining whether a compromise can be reached quickly or if talks will drag on further.
With Dortmund pushing hard and the player eager to make the move, all signs point toward a potential agreement in the coming days. However, the financial details remain the final obstacle. If Dortmund meets Genk’s demands—or finds a creative structure to satisfy them—the deal could be sealed before the squad departs for Japan.
For now, Dortmund fans will be watching closely, hoping the club can wrap up another exciting young signing and continue building for the future.
