Genk CEO discusses potential transfer of Konstantinos Karetsas

Genk CEO Luc Huijbergs has clarified the club's position regarding the potential sale of 19-year-old Greek midfielder Konstantinos Karetsas. Karetsas is currently under contract with the Belgian club until 2029 and has a market value estimated at 28 million euros according to Transfermarkt. While top European clubs like Chelsea have shown interest, Huijbergs stated that a summer transfer would not be motivated by financial needs to balance the budget. Instead, the club would only consider a sale if they determine the player has reached his maximum potential both competitively and as an investment. The CEO emphasized that the decision would be based on the player's development within the team rather than purely economic factors. Currently, Karetsas remains one of the most prominent young talents in European football. His departure in the upcoming transfer window remains a possibility but depends on specific internal club criteria.