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Who is Konstantinos Karetsas, the 'assist king' on Milan's radar?

The Greek talent is a real target for Milan this summer

NXGN 2026: Top 50 teenage wonderkids in football

The annual NXGN lists are back for 2026, as GOAL ranks the world's top teenage talents in men's and women's football, crowning winners that will follow in the footsteps of the likes of Jude Bellingham, Rodrygo, Gianluigi Donnarumma and Vicky Lopez in being recognised as the best young footballers on the planet.

"They were right there": A defeated Freiburg side makes history

SC Freiburg have reached the quarter-finals of a European competition for the first time. They staged an impressive comeback against Genk.

Arsenal star's ex-coach surprised by 'evolution'

Arsenal star Leandro Trossard's former coach can hardly believe his "evolution" as he often "sulked" at Genk. With Gabriel Martinelli sidelined by a groin problem, the Belgian has seized the left flank with such conviction that his spot now feels untouchable. Inside the club, the coaching staff routinely describes him as a level-headed individual, who can block outside criticism and work by keeping his head down.

USMNT transfers: Forest, Palace reportedly pursuing Musah

The USMNT Transfer Notebook tracks American player movements, with latest developments for those in the U.S. national team pool

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Fulham ready to bid for Arokodare despite competition from Man Utd

Fulham are all set to place a bid for Genk star Tolu Arokodare as they look to bolster their attack this summer. The Nigerian striker had a fantastic season in the Belgian Pro League as he ended up as the league's top scorer with 17 goals to his name. Arokodare has a towering presence inside the penalty box and has also attracted interest from Manchester United and AC Milan.

Matt Turner, Malik Tillman, Johnny Cardoso

USMNT Transfers: On-fire Tillman linked to Bayer Leverkusen

The USMNT Transfer Notebook tracks American player movements, with latest developments for those in the U.S. national team pool

Arsenal inching closer to £38m transfer for 'Mini Odegaard'

Arsenal are reportedly inching closer to a £38 million move for Genk starlet Konstantinos Karetsas - who has been dubbed a "Mini Odegaard"

'Mini-Odegaard' who rejected Man City on road to Greek glory

The 17-year-old has turned down trials with some of Europe's most elite clubs to continue developing in Belgium, but bigger things surely await

Kane's new back-up? Bayern plot move for ex-Bundesliga flop

Bayern Munich are reportedly plotting a surprise €25m move for a former Bundesliga flop as they view him as Harry Kane's back-up.

8 European minnows eyeing shock Champions League spots

The expanded league-phase format has opened the door to more competitive races for qualification across all of Europe

NXGN 2025: Football's 50 best teenage wonderkids

The annual NXGN lists are back for another year, highlighting 50 of the most incredible talents to have been born on or after January 1, 2006

Wednesday Convo: McKenzie on Toulouse debut, USMNT

GOAL caught up with the American defender to discuss a summer full of change and what comes next

Chelsea land another goalkeeper in €20m deal

Chelsea are reportedly set to sign Genk goalkeeper Mike Penders for €20 million (£17m/$22m) - but the teenager won't join the Blues until 2025.

Chelsea in talks to sign Genk goalkeeper Penders

After signing Filip Jorgensen from Villarreal, Chelsea are now eyeing a move for Genk's goalkeeper Mike Penders.

West Ham targeting summer move for USMNT defender McKenzie

West Ham United are targeting USMNT defender Mark McKenzie this summer as the Hammers believe he is the solution to their defensive issues.

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LA Galaxy on verge of securing $9m Paintsil

The Los Angeles Galaxy are set to sign $9 million-rated Genk winger Joseph Paintsil in a blockbuster deal.

Another VAR disaster! Game to be replayed after error

Anderlecht and Genk are set to replay their fixture after a disciplinary board found Genk's winner should have been chalked off for encroachment.

LA Galaxy to spend! $18m-rated duo of Paintsil & Pec on radar

The Los Angeles Galaxy are set to pursue two ambitious acquisitions this offseason, with Gabriel Pec and Joseph Paintsil on their radar.

WATCH: Alderweireld seals league title with 94th-minute screamer

Toby Alderweireld's stunning last-minute goal fired Royal Antwerp to their first Belgian Pro League title in 66 years on Sunday.

Dessers sheds light on Feyenoord future after loan

The Super Eagle has had an impressive season with the Dutch side that went on to reach the final of the Uefa Conference League

KAA Gent forward Tarik Tissoudali of Morocco.

Genk’s Tissoudali succeeds Onuachu as Ebony Shoe winner

The 29-year-old Atlas Lion has taken the award from the Super Eagle after scoring 21 goals in the Belgian top-flight

Morocco international Tarik Tissoudali of Gent.

Tissoudali on target as Gent defeat Onuachu’s Genk

The 29-year-old Atlas Lion scored the opening goal as the Buffalos picked another vital top-flight win at Cristal Arena

Onuachu hits 21st goal of the season in Belgium

The 27-year-old Super Eagle scored the opening goal as the Smurfs went on to win the top-flight fixture at Cegeka Arena

KRC Genk striker Paul Onuachu of Nigeria.

Onuachu scores 20th league goal as Genk held

The 27-year-old Super Eagle grabbed his 20th goal of the season as the Smurfs snatched a vital point in the away fixture at Stade du Pays

Dessers warned against making Lukaku mistake

The 27-year-old has been in good form at club level this season after scoring 17 goals in 37 matches in all competitions

Frequently asked questions

Kaizer Chiefs were founded in January 1970 when Kaizer Motaung returned to South Africa from the USA where he played as a striker for the Atlanta Chiefs of the North American Soccer League (NASL).

Club founder Kaizer Motaung combined his own first name with the second name of the club (Atlanta Chiefs) he played for while in the USA.

Kaizer Motaung is the owner and chairman of the club with various other undisclosed individuals and entities holding shares in the club.

The club’s official home ground is the FNB Stadium but the club regularly plays home matches at other grounds, most notably the Moses Mabhida Stadium and New Peter Mokaba Stadium.

The club is known as Amakhosi or The Glamour Boys by fans.

52 domestic trophies and one African Cup Winners Cup (2001).

Chiefs have won a total of 12 league titles under the auspices of the PSL (4), NSL (3) and NPSL (5).

Doctor Khumalo holds this record with 497 appearances.

Marks Maponyane with 85 goals.

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