Real Betis Target Genoa’s Morten Frendrup in Midfield Overhaul

Real Betis are considering Genoa midfielder Morten Frendrup as one of four main candidates to replace Johnny Cardoso this summer. The Spanish club faces strong competition and a high asking price, as Genoa look to keep hold of their Danish star.

WHAT HAPPENED?

After the departure of Johnny Cardoso, Real Betis have moved quickly to draw up a shortlist of potential replacements. Morten Frendrup, a key figure at Genoa, has emerged as a priority option.

However, signing Frendrup will not be easy. Genoa are keen to keep him and have set a significant price tag, with a reported minimum asking fee of €20-30 million. The 23-year-old played 37 Serie A games for Genoa in the 2024/25 season, scoring 2 goals and providing 5 assists.

His consistent performances have attracted interest from several European clubs, including Aston Villa, Benfica, Liverpool, and Juventus.

BETIS’ SEARCH FOR A NEW MIDFIELDER

Real Betis need to rebuild their midfield after a challenging season. The team finished in 7th place in LaLiga, securing a spot in the UEFA Conference League qualifiers.

Isco was a standout performer, but the loss of Cardoso leaves a gap in the squad. Frendrup’s versatility—capable of playing both as a defensive midfielder and a full-back—makes him a valuable target.

However, Betis will have to compete with top European sides for his signature and may need to stretch their budget to meet Genoa’s valuation.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR BETIS AND FRENDRUP?

With the summer transfer window now open, Betis must act quickly if they want to secure Frendrup. Their pre-season preparations begin soon, and the club hopes to finalize signings before their Conference League campaign starts.

Genoa, meanwhile, finished 13th in Serie A and want to keep their key players to improve next season. Betis’ next match is the first leg of the Conference League qualifiers, where early progress could help convince targets like Frendrup to join.

Fans and club officials alike will be watching closely to see if Betis can land their preferred midfield reinforcement in the weeks ahead.