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Ghanaian Jerry Afriyie has signed a five-season contract with KRC Genk

18 August 2026

KRC Genk have strengthened their squad with the signing of Jerry Afriyie. The 19-year-old Ghanaian joins from Saudi Arabian side Al-Qadsiah and has put pen to paper on a five-year deal at the Cegeka Arena. In Afriyie, KRC Genk add an energetic and versatile attacking option to their ranks. The Ghanaian forward is comfortable on either wing, but can also operate through the middle or just behind …

Kevin Amaro is a Genkie

18 August 2026

  Kevin Amaro is a KRC Genk player. The 22-year-old Uruguayan joins the club from Liverpool Montevideo in his homeland and has signed a five-year contract at the Cegeka Arena. Amaro is an athletic, attack-minded right-back with an impressive physical profile. His explosiveness, stamina and strength in duels are among his biggest assets. He combines power and pace with a …

Yira Sor joins Amed Sportif in Turkey

10 August 2026

Yira Sor has completed a move to Turkish side Amed Sportif, coached by Besnik Hasi. The Nigerian winger leaves the Cegeka Arena after making 119 competitive appearances in blue and white. Sor joined Genk in January 2023. With his contract due to expire in January next year, a transfer was the logical next step. Over the past few seasons, the Nigerian has caught the eye in particular with his …

Konstantinos Karetsas joins Borussia Dortmund

03 August 2026

    KRC Genk and Borussia Dortmund have reached an agreement on the permanent transfer of Konstantinos Karetsas. With the transfer of the 18-year-old midfielder, KRC Genk completes the biggest transfer in the club's history. This record-breaking transfer is more than a sporting and financial milestone. It once again confirms KRC Genk's status as one of Europe's leading talent …

Alfred Caicedo joins FC Vizela

24 July 2026

Alfred Caicedo will continue his career in Portugal. The Ecuadorian defender has completed a permanent transfer from KRC Genk to FC Vizela. Caicedo joined KRC Genk at the beginning of 2023 and has since featured for Jong Genk. Last season, the 21-year-old defender spent the campaign on loan at Spanish side Cádiz, where he gained valuable experience. The permanent move to FC Vizela marks …

Rafiu Durosinmi is a Genkie

23 July 2026

The wait is over. KRC Genk have secured their second signing of the summer with the arrival of Rafiu Durosinmi (23). The Nigerian centre-forward joins from Italian side Pisa SC and has signed a four-year contract at the Cegeka Arena. With the addition of Durosinmi, KRC Genk bring in a striker who perfectly matches the club's sporting ambitions. A complete centre-forward who combines strength, …

Welcome, Jess

14 July 2026

Jess Thorup has been appointed as the new head coach of KRC Genk. The Danish manager succeeds Nicky Hayen and returns to the club where he previously had a brief spell in charge during the 2020-21 season. Thorup has signed a three-year contract, keeping him at the club until 2029. KRC Genk is determined to challenge at the top of the table once again under Jess Thorup. "Jess is a coach with …

Erabi joins Preston North End

12 July 2026

Jusef Erabi has joined Preston North End on loan for the upcoming season. The Swedish striker arrived at KRC Genk last summer but has yet to fully establish himself in Limburg. Everyone at KRC Genk wishes Jusef the very best for the season ahead and will be following his progress closely.

Matte Smets 2030

10 July 2026

KRC Genk and Matte Smets will continue their journey together. The 22-year-old defender has signed a new contract at the Cegeka Arena until 2030. Over the past few seasons, Smets has made significant strides. Defensively, he has established himself as a key figure at the heart of our back line. On the ball, he is equally influential, combining composure with an excellent passing range and …

Akpan 2030

09 July 2026

Akpan joined Jong Genk in 2023 and has steadily developed into one of the team's key players. Across 59 official appearances, he has established himself as a dynamic and committed performer – strong in the tackle, quick in transition and relentless in his work rate. Alongside his physical and footballing qualities, Akpan's versatility is one of his greatest strengths. During his time with …

Brughmans 2030

05 July 2026

KRC Genk and Lucca Brughmans will continue their journey together. The 18-year-old goalkeeper has signed a new contract that will keep him at the Cegeka Arena until 2030. Brughmans signed a contract extension until 2028 last season, the longest deal possible for a minor at the time. Now that Lucca has turned 18, his stay in Genk has been extended by another two years. Brughmans made his …

Bulgarian goalkeeper Mariyan Boev joins Jong Genk

23 June 2026

KRC Genk has reached an agreement with Bulgarian goalkeeper Mariyan Boev. The 18-year-old joins from Botev Plovdiv and will initially be part of the Jong Genk squad. Boev has signed a two-year contract, with an option for a further two seasons. With the arrival of Boev, KRC Genk once again adds a promising young talent to its development pathway. The goalkeeper progressed through the ranks in …

Jeppe Erenbjerg is KRC Genk’s first summer signing

11 June 2026

With the arrival of Jeppe Erenbjerg, KRC Genk add a player who already knows the Belgian league and is ready to make an immediate impact. The attacking midfielder combines end product with outstanding work rate, game intelligence and tactical versatility. A profile that perfectly matches the club’s ambition to compete at the very top once again. Last season, Erenbjerg recorded 13 goals and …

Welcome home Thibaut: Courtois invests in KRC Genk via NXTPLAY

01 June 2026

Thibaut Courtois returns to the club where his football story began. And he is not coming empty handed. Through NXTPLAY, the sports, media and technology investment platform he co founded, the club icon is making a minority investment in KRC Genk. The decision was officially ratified on Monday evening during the club’s General Assembly. With this investment, KRC Genk welcomes its first …

All-time record holder at KRC Genk: Bryan Heynen's story

23 May 2026

389 games. More than any other player ever in blue and white. On Saturday, during the final matchday of the Europe Play-offs, Bryan Heynen wrote club history. With his 389th appearance for KRC Genk, he moved past Thomas Buffel as the player with the most appearances ever in our colours. But his story is about far more than records alone. From the local pitches in Opitter to wearing the …