Konstantinos Karetsas completes move to Borussia Dortmund
- Borussia Dortmund have completed the signing of Konstantinos Karetsas — the move is confirmed, led by Fabrizio Romano (posted to his official channels / Telegram feed) and corroborated by 11 reports (100% credibility).
Story log
- 22 AugDeal confirmed by the reporting
What the reports say
- Journalist update posted by Fabrizio Romano (republished on his channels) claiming club-to-club agreement essentially done: €33m plus sell-on clause and final player approval pending (reported as "here we go" / deal done). — Fabrizio Romano (posted to his official channels / Telegram feed)
- Borussia Dortmund have reportedly agreed a deal to sign Greek talent Konstantinos Karetsas from Genk — fee reported around €33m, which would make him one of Dortmund's most expensive signings. — Bild
- Sky Sport follow-up: Dortmund executives travelled to Genk to push negotiations; Genk reportedly asking up to €40m (with bonuses) and a fixed €35m base. — Sky Sport (Germany) — "BVB forciert Karetsas-Transfer"
- German report that Dortmund have identified Konstantinos Karetsas as their preferred Brandt successor and have made multiple offers (last offer below Genk's €35m demand). — Sky Sport (Germany) — "Wunschspieler für die Brandt-Nachfolge"
K. Karetsas is a 18-year-old attacking midfielder at Borussia Dortmund, rated 65.614 overall by Field Insider's model, ranking 1st of 323 on scout potential in the Bundesliga and 1st of 163 U-19 players tracked. A teenage prospect, he has been a regular starter this season (73.4% of available minutes). He brings 0.4 goal contributions per 90 (0 goals, 0.4 assists). Below: strengths, watch-points, market-value outlook and the latest transfer news on Karetsas.
Also this season: 12 apps, 2g at Genk.
- FFabrizio Romano (posted to his official channels / Telegram feed)Journalist update posted by Fabrizio Romano (republished on his channels) claiming club-to-club agreement essentially done: €33m plus sell-on clause and final player approval pending (reported as "here we go" / deal done).ConcreteNamed sourceTrusted 95%
Journalist update posted by Fabrizio Romano (republished on his channels) claiming club-to-club agreement essentially done: €33m plus sell-on clause and final player approval pending (reported as "here we go" / deal done).
27 JulRead full article → - BBildBorussia Dortmund have reportedly agreed a deal to sign Greek talent Konstantinos Karetsas from Genk — fee reported around €33m, which would make him one of Dortmund's most expensive signings.ConcreteNamed sourceTrusted 79%
Borussia Dortmund have reportedly agreed a deal to sign Greek talent Konstantinos Karetsas from Genk — fee reported around €33m, which would make him one of Dortmund's most expensive signings.
29 JulRead full article → - SSky Sport (Germany) — "BVB forciert Karetsas-Transfer"Sky Sport follow-up: Dortmund executives travelled to Genk to push negotiations; Genk reportedly asking up to €40m (with bonuses) and a fixed €35m base.Trusted 75%
Sky Sport follow-up: Dortmund executives travelled to Genk to push negotiations; Genk reportedly asking up to €40m (with bonuses) and a fixed €35m base.
20 JulRead full article → - SSky Sport (Germany) — "Wunschspieler für die Brandt-Nachfolge"German report that Dortmund have identified Konstantinos Karetsas as their preferred Brandt successor and have made multiple offers (last offer below Genk's €35m demand).Trusted 75%
German report that Dortmund have identified Konstantinos Karetsas as their preferred Brandt successor and have made multiple offers (last offer below Genk's €35m demand).
12 JulRead full article → - GGoalReports that Borussia Dortmund are stepping up talks to sign Konstantinos Karetsas from Genk, with Genk demanding ~€35m (up to €40m with add-ons).ConcreteNamed sourceMixed 56%
Reports that Borussia Dortmund are stepping up talks to sign Konstantinos Karetsas from Genk, with Genk demanding ~€35m (up to €40m with add-ons).
27 JulRead full article → - GGoalReport/round-up (Goal Germany) saying a breakthrough was reported after Dortmund’s sporting director travelled to Belgium — lists different reported figures (kicker: €30m+€2m bonuses; Bild: €33m; mentions sell-on clause).Mixed 56%
Report/round-up (Goal Germany) saying a breakthrough was reported after Dortmund’s sporting director travelled to Belgium — lists different reported figures (kicker: €30m+€2m bonuses; Bild: €33m; mentions sell-on clause).
27 JulRead full article → - EEurosport (Germany)Report that Borussia Dortmund are reportedly in agreement with the player/personal terms and pushing to reach a club-to-club deal with Genk; Genk’s asking price referenced around €35m.ConcreteNamed sourceMixed 50%
Report that Borussia Dortmund are reportedly in agreement with the player/personal terms and pushing to reach a club-to-club deal with Genk; Genk’s asking price referenced around €35m.
29 JulRead full article → - WWDR (Westdeutscher Rundfunk)Regional public-broadcaster piece saying Dortmund will pay ~€30m for the Greek talent — reporting that Book travelled to Genk and presenting the latest developments (claims a €30m figure).Mixed 50%
Regional public-broadcaster piece saying Dortmund will pay ~€30m for the Greek talent — reporting that Book travelled to Genk and presenting the latest developments (claims a €30m figure).
27 JulRead full article → - YYahoo Sports / multiple outlets reporting Dortmund interestBorussia Dortmund submitted an improved offer for Genk youngster Konstantinos Karetsas as they step up talks (reported interest / transfer pursuit).Mixed 50%
Borussia Dortmund submitted an improved offer for Genk youngster Konstantinos Karetsas as they step up talks (reported interest / transfer pursuit).
23 JulRead full article → - RRUHR24Local outlet reporting a personal agreement between Dortmund and the player; club-to-club negotiations ongoing and Genk holding out for ~€35m (Dortmund’s proposed package reported below that).Mixed 50%
Local outlet reporting a personal agreement between Dortmund and the player; club-to-club negotiations ongoing and Genk holding out for ~€35m (Dortmund’s proposed package reported below that).
15 JulRead full article → - TTeamTalkEnglish outlet (TeamTalk) reporting Dortmund are frontrunners, Genk rejected opening €26m offer and are holding out for ~€35m; other clubs (Chelsea, Milan etc.) monitoring.DenialLow-trust 30%
English outlet (TeamTalk) reporting Dortmund are frontrunners, Genk rejected opening €26m offer and are holding out for ~€35m; other clubs (Chelsea, Milan etc.) monitoring.
19 JulRead full article →