Former Anderlecht boss Hein Vanhaezebrouck believes KRC Genk<\/a> striker Tolu Arokodare<\/a> is the most decisive forward in Belgium\u2019s top flight, tipping him as the key figure in his club\u2019s title push, Soccernet.ng<\/a> reports<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Arokodare has been in electric form this season, scoring 15 goals in the Belgian Pro League<\/a> \u2013 the highest tally in the division.<\/p>\n The Nigerian forward sits one goal ahead of Anderlecht\u2019s Kasper Dolberg and has also contributed five assists, making him one of the league\u2019s most productive attackers.<\/p>\n READ MORE<\/strong>: What Tolu Arokodare said after helping Genk set a new club record with dominant win over Anderlecht\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n Having played in all 26 of Genk\u2019s league matches this season, Arokodare has established himself as an indispensable figure for the Limburgers.<\/p>\n His latest goal came in last weekend\u2019s crucial 2-1 win over Standard Li\u00e8ge, a result that extended Genk\u2019s lead at the top of the table to eight points over reigning champions Club Brugge.<\/p>\n Jarne \u27a1\ufe0f Tolu \u2013 a connection that keeps delivering! pic.twitter.com\/4CMNStqNN6<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 KRC Genk (@KRCGenkofficial) February 17, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n Speaking on the Belgian football programme Extra Time via Voetbalnieuws<\/a>, Vanhaezebrouck was full of praise for Arokodare\u2019s development and impact.<\/p>\n \u201cThey have a weapon up front with Tolu. No team in Belgium has that. No one has someone like Tolu in attack,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n \u201cThorsten Fink also deserves a lot of credit for that because Tolu has grown enormously under him.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n The former Gent and Genk manager highlighted Arokodare\u2019s transformation, noting that his physical presence and technical improvement have made him a nightmare for defenders.<\/p>\n \u201cTolu used to fall over his feet, but now he keeps defenders at bay fantastically well,\u201d Vanhaezebrouck added.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n With Genk and Club Brugge locked in a fierce title race, Vanhaezebrouck believes Arokodare\u2019s form could be the decisive factor.<\/p>\n \u201cI was always convinced that Club Brugge would overtake them, but after last match day, I\u2019m starting to think they will have their hands full with KRC Genk.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n As the playoffs approach, Vanhaezebrouck anticipates a thrilling battle for the championship, with Union SG potentially acting as a wildcard in the title race.<\/p>\n \u201cI think it\u2019s going to be a great battle between Club and Genk, with Union SG as the judge,\u201d he said. \u201cThe other three might pick up a point here and there, but they won\u2019t be fighting for the title.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n The former KV Kortrijk defender also pointed out Genk\u2019s squad depth as a crucial advantage, particularly praising young talents like Kos Karetsas, Smets, and Kongolo.<\/p>\n \u201cKaretsas is a top talent, and at the back, they have two golden boys with Smets and Kongolo. But for me, Tolu will be their biggest asset.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Genk manager Thorsten Fink has earned widespread acclaim for his ability to rotate his squad effectively, keeping his side fresh while maintaining quality.<\/p>\n Arokodare, who has thrived under Fink\u2019s guidance, was quick to praise his manager\u2019s tactical intelligence.<\/p>\n![\"Soccer](\"https:\/\/soccernet.ng\/app\/uploads\/2024\/12\/ICONSPORT_247941_0036.jpg\")
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What Vanhaezebrouck said about Tolu<\/h4>\n
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Tolu Arokodare praises \u2018genius\u2019 coach Fink<\/h4>\n
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