'I won't' – Genk coach resists calls to start last season's top scorer Arokodare
Published: August 14, 2025
Racing Genk head coach Thorsten Fink has addressed growing calls for Tolu Arokodare to be reinstated in the starting lineup following the club's difficult start to the Jupiler Pro League season.Genk have taken just one point from their opening three games after a 2-1 defeat to Standard Liège, prompting questions about...
'We're disappointed' – Racing Genk coach insists Arokodare deserved a penalty v Standard Liege
Published: August 11, 2025
Racing Genk coach Thorsten Fink has expressed frustration over the decision not to award a penalty to striker Tolu Arokodare during their 2-1 defeat to Standard Liège in the Belgian Pro League on Sunday evening.Arokodare, introduced after the break, made an immediate impact by scoring just three minutes into his appea...
Super-sub Arokodare off the mark for the season but Genk lose to Standard Liege
Published: August 10, 2025
Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare opened his goal account for the season, but Racing Genk suffered a 2-1 defeat to Standard Liege at the Stade Maurice Dufrasne on Sunday.Arokodare, who started the game on the bench, was introduced in the 67th minute for Jarne Steuckers and made an immediate impact, scoring just three...
'Tolu was top scorer' – Genk forward aims to match Arokodare's goal tally from last season
Published: August 10, 2025
Racing Genk believe they already have the ideal successor to last season's top scorer Tolu Arokodare in Hyeon-gyu Oh.The South Korea international, who impressed as a super-sub in the previous campaign, is now tipped to become Thorsten Fink's main attacking threat.Oh wasted no time making his mark this term, finding th...
'Was promised a transfer' – Belgian coach suggests Arokodare's bench role is no coincidence
Published: August 05, 2025
Belgian coach Jacky Mathijssen has openly questioned Racing Genk’s tactical decision to start South Korean striker Oh Hyeon-gyu instead of Nigerian forward Tolu Arokodare in their 1-1 draw against Royal Antwerp on Sunday.Arokodare, who ended last season as Genk’s top scorer, has yet to start a game in the new campa...
'We won't do anything crazy' – Genk coach provides update on Fulham and Burnley-linked Arokodare
Published: August 02, 2025
Racing Genk head coach Thorsten Fink has offered clarity on the future of striker Tolu Arokodare, amid ongoing transfer speculation linking the Nigerian forward with a potential move away from the club.The Nigerian international, who finished as the Belgian league's top scorer last season, has been heavily linked with ...
Genk coach hints at super-sub role for Super Eagles striker Arokodare against Club Brugge
Published: July 26, 2025
Racing Genk manager Thorsten Fink has confirmed that Super Eagles attacker Tolu Arokodare will begin the new season as a substitute, with newly-signed Hyeon-gyu Oh preferred as the starting centre-forward.Speaking ahead of Genk’s opening match against Club Brugge, Fink revealed that Arokodare will play a key role fro...
'We'll see' – Fink unsure if Arokodare will feature in Racing Genk's league opener
Published: July 21, 2025
Racing Genk head coach Thorsten Fink has cast doubt over Tolu Arokodare's involvement in the club's opening league fixture against Club Brugge, as speculation over the Nigerian striker's future continues to mount.Arokodare, who enjoyed a standout season with the club, netting 23 goals and contributing 7 assists in 45 a...
Club Brugge in talks with Southampton over transfer of forward on Eric Chelle's radar
Published: July 07, 2025
Club Brugge have expressed interest in Samuel Edozie and are in negotiations with Southampton over a potential deal, according to transfer market expert Sacha Tavolieri.Club Brugge are targeting Edozie as a replacement for Chemsdine Talbi, who has been strongly linked with Premier League newcomers Sunderland.Southampto...
From goalscorer to role model: Arokodare inspires Racing Genk rising star amid transfer buzz
Published: July 04, 2025
As transfer speculation continues to swirl around Tolu Arokodare, the Racing Genk striker is already making an impact off the pitch—sharing vital experience and advice with the club’s next generation.Arokodare, who is widely expected to attract offers from bigger clubs this summer, was singled out for praise by you...
Arokodare reports for pre-season training at Racing Genk amid links with Fulham
Published: July 01, 2025
Genk have welcomed Nigerian forward Tolu Arokodare back to training this week, even as speculation around his future continues to intensify, allnigeriasoccer.com reports.After an extended break following international commitments, the 24-year-old striker returned to Belgium to complete routine medical checks at Genk. �...
Osuji nets brace in unfamiliar role, son of ex-Super Eagles star also features for Club Brugge
Published: June 28, 2025
Nigerian centre-back Vince Osuji delivered an impressive performance as Club Brugge secured a 2-0 win over KV Kortrijk in a pre-season practice match at the Basecamp on Saturday.Osuji was not the only Nigerian player in action during the friendly as Kaye Furo, son of former Super Eagles defender Furo Iyenemi, featured ...
'Getting better' - Super Eagles midfielder Onyedika aims to raise the bar at Club Brugge
Published: June 24, 2025
After a demanding 2024–25 campaign, Nigeria midfielder Raphael Onyedika is taking a well-earned breather before turning his attention to the season ahead, where he is determined to raise his game further.The 24-year-old is yet to report for pre-season training, having been on international duty with the Super Eagles ...
Genk consider move for for MLS hotshot to replace Super Eagles striker Arokodare
Published: June 24, 2025
Belgian side Racing Genk are reportedly considering a move for in-form MLS striker Patrick Agyemang as a potential replacement for Tolu Arokodare, amid growing interest in the Super Eagles striker from top Bundesliga clubs.Arokodare enjoyed a standout 2024/25 season with Genk, emerging as the Belgian Pro League's top s...
Genk coach responds to reports linking Arokodare with Bayern, Borussia Dortmund and Stuttgart
Published: June 21, 2025
Genk head coach Thorsten Fink has played down speculation surrounding the potential departure of striker Tolu Arokodare, who has reportedly drawn serious interest from several top European clubs.Arokodare, who enjoyed an impressive campaign last season, is reportedly on the radar of Bundesliga heavyweights Bayern Munic...