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Oh Hyun-kyu (25, Genk) will head to the English Premier League (EPL), the world's best stage.
Britain's "The Athletic" said on the 27th (Korea time) that Fulham tried to recruit Ricardo Pepi, the U.S. national team, but PSV Eindhoven rejected it. "In addition, Pepi's arm fracture slowed the pace of negotiations between the clubs and Korean national striker Oh Hyun-kyu, who belongs to Genk, emerged as an alternative."
Fulham is not the only one who loves Oh Hyun-kyu. While Fulham are the most active, Leeds United and Crystal Palace, which are in urgent need of strengthening their offense, have officially entered the recruitment campaign.
British 'Team Talk' said on the 26th, "Liz and Palace have expressed specific interest in Oh Hyun-kyu's side," adding, "We are preparing a practical recruitment proposal beyond just an inquiry." Both clubs selected Oh Hyun-kyu as the best card after completing verification on the European stage at a time when they need a clear scorer to add to the weight of the front line.
Oh Hyun-kyu left Celtic in July 2024 and wore a Genk uniform. From his debut season, he showed off his unique daredevil physicality and high-purity goal determination. Oh Hyun-kyu, who has become the team's key striker in the 2024-2025 season, achieved double-digit offensive points with 12 goals and two assists in 41 official games. He has also scored 10 goals and three assists in 30 official games this season.
Oh Hyun-kyu caught the eye of English scouts when he showed off his high purity of determination this season. England's "Team Talk" evaluated, "Oh Hyun-kyu's performance in Belgium reignited the interest of English clubs."
The circumstances that put strength on the transfer rumor were also spotted at a local stadium. Oh Hyun-kyu missed the 22nd round of Belgium's main pillar league home game against Serkler Brugher on the 26th. He has missed two consecutive games since the last 21 rounds.
The fact that the main striker, who has not received any special injury news, failed to play consecutively ahead of the closing of the transfer market is interpreted as a measure to prevent injury during the transfer negotiation stage.
Attention is also focusing on whether Oh Hyun-kyu will take the "adventure" of transfer or "stability" of staying ahead of the 2026 North American World Cup, which will open in June. If Oh Hyun-kyu, the main striker of Genk, remains on the team, he can continue to play during this season. However, if he enters the EPL, he should be prepared for fierce competition and benching as it is the best stage in the world.
Of course, it is another motivation for players if they advance to the EPL, the world's best league. It also has the advantage of being able to play in the World Cup after directly colliding with top European defenders and enhancing competitiveness as a striker.
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