Union SG Lead the Chase
Belgian club Union SG have emerged as the frontrunners to secure the signature of Arminia Bielefeld goalkeeper Jonas Kersken. The 25-year-old has attracted significant attention following an impressive campaign in Germany’s second tier, with several clubs across Europe monitoring his situation.
Union SG are actively seeking a replacement for Kjell Scherpen, who has been linked with moves to the Premier League. The Belgian side currently lead the race for Kersken’s signature as they look to strengthen their goalkeeping department ahead of the new season.
Premier League and Danish Interest
Kersken is not short of options. Danish champions FC Copenhagen have also registered their interest in the shot-stopper, while at least one unnamed Premier League club has entered the race, according to reports. This competition reflects the goalkeeper’s rising stock after helping Bielefeld maintain their 2. Bundesliga status following promotion.
The Düsseldorf-native joined the North Rhine-Westphalia club from Borussia Mönchengladbach‘s reserve team in 2022. Since then, he has established himself as a key figure between the posts, playing a crucial role in the club’s consolidation efforts.
Valuation and Contract Status
Any potential suitor will need to meet Arminia Bielefeld’s valuation. The German club are demanding a seven-figure transfer sum, a figure justified by Kersken’s contract which runs until 2028. With three years remaining on his deal, Bielefeld hold a strong negotiating position and are under no immediate pressure to sell.
The coming weeks will likely determine whether Union SG can maintain their lead in the race or if interest from England or Denmark will escalate the situation. For Bielefeld, losing their first-choice goalkeeper would represent a significant blow, though the potential transfer fee would provide substantial resources for reinvestment in their squad.