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Get Heynen's special edition shirt exclusively through the webshop

22 September 2024

Captain Bryan Heynen played his 300Ste official game for KRC Genk in the home match against FC Dender. During the line-up, Tribune Zuid unrolled an impressive tifo to honour our captain. The legendary turnover on the Bosuil, accompanied by a reference to his 300th match, was then also printed on the match shirt of our captain and his teammates. Special edition gala shirt Want a lasting memory …

Discover all activities for our youngest supporters on the revamped Young Genkies website

12 September 2024

At the start of this season, KRC Genk has expanded its youngest supporter community. The Genkids, our youngest supporters aged 0 to 12, will now be joined by the GenksStars. Our supporters group from 13 to 16 years old. Together they form the Young Genkies. KRC Genk has put together a fun and exciting programme, with activities and events tailored to our youth community. By the way, did you know …

Finnish youth international Djoully Nzoko (16) signs for three seasons with KRC Genk

06 September 2024

Djoully Nzoko is a Genkie. The Finnish youth international with Congolese roots signed a three-season contract with KRC Genk, the maximum contract length for minor players. Nzoko makes the move from FC Inter Turku, which plays in the Finnish first division. At the age of just 16, he has already made 12 appearances there this season. In those, he accounted for 4 goals and 1 assist. The latest Genk …

Andi Zeqiri moves to Standard on a rental basis

06 September 2024

Andi Zeqiri is moving to Standard on loan. The Liège side have also negotiated a purchase option. The likeable Swiss arrived at Genk in the just of 2023. In total, he played 39 games for KRC Genk. In those, he accounted for 9 goals. We wish Andi the best of luck for the rest of the season.

Welcome back, Nitto

06 September 2024

Nitto Belgium and KRC Genk proudly look back on a great shared history. Nitto already featured on KRC Genk's shirts between 1998 and 2016 - a period in which the club became national champions three times. In the year in which Nitto's production plant in Genk celebrates its 50th anniversary, the company once again joins forces with KRC Genk. With the same ambition as in the past, Nitto will from …

Young American Kayden Pierre (21) signs for four seasons with KRC Genk

04 September 2024

KRC Genk continue to stir in the transfer market. Young American Kayden Pierre makes the switch from US-based Kansas City. He signs a contract at the Cegeka Arena for four seasons. Pierre is a right wing defender trained as a midfielder. This allows him to play in several other positions as well. Although the first team already has a double at right wingback, the brand-new Genkie was considered …

Genk youth product Robin Mirisola (17) extends contract until 2027

02 September 2024

Genk's youth product Robin Mirisola has extended his contract at KRC Genk until 2027. Mirisola arrived at the Genk Talent Academy 11 years ago. He has been part of the Jong Genk selection since last season. The Limburg striker is athletically built, possesses solid technical baggage and has a nose for goals. He started the current season strongly in the Challenger Pro League. In three games, he …

Official: Mike Penders makes top transfer to Chelsea FC

27 August 2024

The deal is done. Genk's youth product Mike Penders has secured his dream transfer to Chelsea. In doing so, the Genk goalkeeping academy delivers a new gold rush. In the 2022-20223 season, Penders made his professional football debut at the age of 16 on the opening day of the Challenger Pro League, with a resounding 4-1 win against Lierse SK. Faithful followers of Jong Genk could see him at work …

Matías Galarza (22) returns to homeland Argentina

22 August 2024

Matías Galarza returns to Argentina. He will sign a four-season contract with Club Atlético Talleres. The current number 6 in the highest Argentine league. Galarza arrived in Genk two summers ago. At times he showed his unadulterated class. Off the pitch, however, the lure of returning to his homeland was growing. In total, the Argentine midfielder made 56 appearances for KRC Genk. …

KRC Genk introduces new club card with Payconiq technology

22 August 2024

Good news for all loyal supporters of KRC Genk. The club has come up with an innovative solution to increase the ease of payment at the stadium. From now on, subscribers can - if desired - replace their current clubcard with a brand new version, equipped with Payconiq technology, free of charge. What does this renewal entail? The new clubcard features a unique QR code that you can easily scan …

KRC Genk and Voetbalshop.be extend partnership until 2030

22 August 2024

After a successful six-year partnership, Voetbalshop.be and KRC Genk will continue to work together for the next six years. "With a wide range of football apparel where both our players and supporters find their liking, the renewal of our cooperation with Voetbalshop.be was written in the stars. For the next six years, we are also happy to use our colours to further increase the brand awareness …

Charity game against Fortuna Sittard

19 August 2024

On 23 August at 12:00, KRC Genk will organise a charity game against the friends of Fortuna Sittard. This unique friendly match will not take place on our B-field along the Cegeka Arena, but will still take place on the A-field in the Cegeka Arena. Why this match? There is a close friendship between the supporter groups of KRC Genk and Fortuna Sittard. We want to celebrate this bond and at the …

Alieu Fadera (22) moves to Como 1907 for four seasons in Italian Serie A

14 August 2024

Alieu Fadera is moving to Italy. The Gambian winger signed a four-season contract with Serie A newcomer Como 1907. The Gambian winger arrived in Genk last summer. Former Spanish international Cesc Fàbregas, head coach at the Italian promotion side since a month, became convinced of his qualities and definitely wanted to add him to his selection. The whole Genk family wishes Alieu every …

Austrian promising international Nikolas Sattlberger (20) signs for five seasons with KRC Genk

05 August 2024

The ball is in the court. Nikolas Sattlberger is a Genkie. The 20-year-old midfielder signed a five-season contract at Cegeka Arena. Sattlberger makes the move from Rapid Vienna in his homeland, where he progressed through the youth series and became a regular in midfield last season. The Austrian already collected nine caps as a promise international. His name has also featured in the ample …

Zion Henry signs first contract at KRC Genk

29 July 2024

KRC Genk is pleased to announce that Zion Henry (2008) signed his first three-year contract yesterday. Zion, a talented left central defender, has played at KRC Genk since the 2023-2024 season and will join the U18 side this year. Zion is known for his technical ability, precise inswinging passes and ability to remain calm under pressure. The club looks forward to Zion's further development. …