Ajax explore move for Genk winger as Paris Saint-Germain pursue Mika Godts

Africafoot’s latest football news roundup includes fresh developments involving Moroccan midfielder Nordine Kandil and Belgium-based winger Noah Adedeji-Sternberg, with both players attracting interest from several clubs.

An agreement between AS Nancy-Lorraine and Nordine Kandil had appeared close, but negotiations have now slowed after three new clubs entered the race for the Moroccan attacking midfielder, according to Morning Foot.

Kandil, who was developed by Strasbourg, had seemed increasingly likely to join the Nancy club. AS Nancy-Lorraine had held a clear advantage in the discussions and appeared to be making progress towards completing the deal.

That position has changed following the interest of FC Annecy, Sochaux and FC Metz. All three clubs compete in Ligue 2, and their involvement has created greater uncertainty over the midfielder’s next move.

FC Annecy already know Kandil well, having had him on loan during the 2023/24 season. The club’s previous experience of working with the player is now part of a wider contest involving three interested Ligue 2 sides.

Kandil therefore has several possibilities to consider, while AS Nancy-Lorraine’s earlier lead is no longer as decisive. The negotiations, which had seemed close to a conclusion, have been slowed by the arrival of the new suitors.

Elsewhere, Ajax Amsterdam are preparing for the possibility of losing Mika Godts, who is attracting strong interest from Paris Saint-Germain. The Dutch club have begun examining alternative options and have identified Noah Adedeji-Sternberg as a potential target.

The information comes from Sacha Tavolieri, who reports that the pace of the winger of Nigerian origin has once again caught the attention of Ajax Amsterdam’s recruitment team. The Dutch club had already noticed Adedeji-Sternberg previously, and his profile has now returned to their focus as they plan for a possible departure.

Adedeji-Sternberg is 21 and enjoyed a season in which he recorded one goal and three assists in 37 appearances for KRC Genk. His performances and speed have helped maintain Ajax Amsterdam’s interest as the club considers how best to respond to the situation surrounding Godts.

A move away from Belgium could be possible if Ajax Amsterdam agree to meet the asking price set by KRC Genk. The Belgian club are demanding 10m euros for the winger, meaning any transfer would depend on whether the Dutch side are prepared to commit that fee.

The developments form part of Africafoot’s live football news coverage, which follows transfer rumours, completed deals, records and other stories involving African players. The latest updates highlight the changing options for Kandil in France and Ajax Amsterdam’s efforts to anticipate developments in the Netherlands and Belgium.