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Will Mike Penders leave Chelsea and join Genk?
Rumour report
(Latest update: )Genk's pursuit of Mike Penders reaches new heights. Numerous reports indicating a 82% probability of the goalkeeper making the switch to his potential new club. Here is why.
- Genk has often bought players who are approximately the same age as the current age of Mike Penders (21).
- Genk has often bought players whose potential (FT Skill) is comparable to the potential of Mike Penders.
- Mike Penders is in a favorable situation regarding potential playing time, as there are only a limited number of direct competitors for his position within the current Genk squad. This significantly increases his chances to prove himself and become a key player on the field.
Transfer Logic score:
Pros
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Comparable age to previously attracted players
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Comparable potential to previously attracted players
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Few direct competitors for position (Mike Penders, Hendrik Van Crombrugge)
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Missing star player in position on team
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Few better competitors for position (Mike Penders, Hendrik Van Crombrugge)
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Not many competitors with higher Potential (Mike Penders, Hendrik Van Crombrugge)
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Comparable value to previously attracted players
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Comparable quality to previously attracted players
Cons
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Potential star player in position on team (Mike Penders, Hendrik Van Crombrugge)
Alternatives of Genk
| Skill / pot | Player | Team |
ETV The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skill / pot | Player / Team / Position |
ETV The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player. |
|
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68.3
69.2
|
Sergio Herrera |
 Osasuna
|
€2.1M |
|
67.9
68.2
|
Luis Malagón |
 America
|
€2.7M |
|
67.9
71.1
|
Ederson |
 Fenerbahce
|
€10M |
|
67.8
67.8
|
Hernán Galíndez |
 Huracan
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€1.0M |
|
67.8
67.8
|
Ignacio Arce |
 Riestra
|
€0.7M |
|
67.8
79.0
|
Noah Atubolu |
 E. Frankfurt
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€16.6M |
|
67.6
68.7
|
Manuel Neuer |
 Bayern
|
€2M |
|
67.5
68.5
|
Paulo Gazzaniga |
 Girona
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€1.1M |
Other interesting rumours
| Player | From / To | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marc Guiu | 27-08-2026 | Report | |
| Tosin Adarabioyo | 27-08-2026 | Report | |
| Pedro Neto | 18-08-2026 | Report | |
| Liam Delap | 17-08-2026 | Report | |
| Benoît Badiashile | 29-07-2026 | Report | |
| Jorrel Hato | 21-07-2026 | Report | |
| Wesley Fofana | 08-05-2026 | Report | |
| João Pedro | 04-05-2026 | Report |
Mike Penders
GK
Skill: 65.0
Pot: 83.8
Team
Chelsea
Chelsea
Contracted Until
30 Jun 32
ETV
€18.3M
The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player.
ETV Range
€16.5M – €20.2M
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Who is Mike Penders?
Mike Penders (BEL) is a a ball playing keeper and currently plays for Chelsea. Mike Penders is 21 years old (2005/07/31) and he is 200cm tall. His preferred foot is Left. His jersey number is 41. Mike Penders has also been used as a line keeper.
Mike Penders's current transfer value is between €16.5M and €20.2M. His last transfer was from Chelsea to Strasbourg in 2025. Strasbourg loaned Mike Penders for free from Chelsea.
Mike Penders latest transfers and transfer rumours, season statistics and career statistics are available on FootballTransfers.
