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Milan Rivals Borussia Dortmund for Karetsas, Targets Hojbjerg

July 18, 2026ΠœΠ°Ρ€Π°Ρ‚ Π—ΠΈΠ³Π°Π½ΡˆΠΈΠ½2 ΠΌΠΈΠ½

Multiple Italian sources suggest that AC Milan has identified Genk's Konstantinos Karetsas, a target also pursued by Borussia Dortmund, and is considering an offer for Marseille midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg.

Despite having already secured two summer signings in GonΓ§alo Ramos and Mario Gila, new coach Ruben Amorim is looking to further strengthen his squad for the 2026-27 season.

Latest Milan Transfer Updates: Karetsas and Hojbjerg

Konstantinos Karetsas of Genk is emerging as a prime candidate for Milan's attacking midfield position. Reports from Fabrizio Romano and Matteo Moretto indicate that the Rossoneri are in discussions with the player's representatives, though no formal offer has yet been made to the Belgian club.

Further reports from Corriere dello Sport and Sky Sport DE highlight Borussia Dortmund's strong interest in the Greek international as well.

According to the Italian newspaper, BVB has already had an initial bid of €25 million rejected, with Genk holding out for a fee of at least €35 million.

Other players on Milan's transfer shortlist for the summer includes Marseille's Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg, a former Tottenham Hotspur player.

Sky Sport's Gianluca Di Marzio reports that the Danish international is available on the transfer market.

However, the report suggests that Milan is in no rush to submit an offer to Marseille, as coach Amorim intends to thoroughly evaluate his current squad before making any definitive transfer decisions.

English Translation:

Multiple sources in Italy indicate that AC Milan has set its sights on Borussia Dortmund's target, Konstantinos Karetsas from Genk, and is also considering a move for Marseille midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg.

While Milan has already made two summer signings, welcoming GonΓ§alo Ramos and Mario Gila, their new coach Ruben Amorim requires additional reinforcements to complete his team for the 2026-27 season.

Latest Milan Transfer Updates: Karetsas and Hojbjerg

Genk's Karetsas is emerging as a leading option for the attacking midfield role. Fabrizio Romano and Matteo Moretto have reported that the Rossoneri are in talks with the player's agents, but have not yet submitted an offer to the Belgian club.

Corriere dello Sport and Sky Sport DE also report that Borussia Dortmund has a strong interest in the Greece international.

According to the Italian newspaper, BVB has had an initial €25 million bid rejected, with Genk demanding a minimum of €35 million.

Other targets for Milan this summer include Marseille midfielder Hojbjerg, a former Tottenham player.

According to Sky Sport's Gianluca Di Marzio, the Denmark international is available on the market.

The report claims that Milan is in no hurry to make an offer to Marseille, as Amorim wants to carefully assess the players at his disposal before making any transfer decisions.