“AA Ghent is on the verge of despair: a disaster scenario in the making”

Top Belgian clubs such as Anderlecht, KRC Genk and Club Brugge have found it increasingly difficult to keep their greatest talents in the squad. For many of them, it seems impossible to resist the temptation coming from outside. AA Gent was now also in danger of being exposed to this harsh reality.

In recent days, a lot of ink has been spilled about the future of Jorthy Mukio. The 16-year-old, who made his first start against STVV on Tuesday, is refusing to give up his first professional contract despite a display said to be unparalleled by Ghent standards.

The dilemma about Mukio

There may be several reasons for this. First, Mukio and his entourage think about the special interests of various major foreign clubs. RB Leipzig, Monaco, PSV Eindhoven and even FC Barcelona, ​​among others, are said to be monitoring the promising defender.

This allows Mukio and his entourage to play hard. Not only will sports guarantees be required, but financial requirements will also remain appropriate latest news stumbling block. According to the newspaper, little progress was made in the negotiations.

Ghent is looking for an alternative

Furthermore, although they would still prefer to avoid that scenario, the Buffaloes would already be looking for a replacement for Mocchio, who is already considered a full-fledged first-team player, should he sign elsewhere. The wanted left leg recently formally requested his release from the association.

Mandatory formality according to The newspaper So it doesn't mean much, although it also seems that many people are starting to get frustrated with Mokio staying on board. Sam Barrow and his teammates, long believers in good running, no longer have to cherish more than a glimmer of hope.