Mainz 05 is starting the preparation with many new faces and a clear problem: for years, summer transfers have rarely worked out.

What's wrong with the squad?

Mainz 05 needs to buy to strengthen the squad. BILD columnist Fabrizio Hayer shows why the squad still has gaps despite strong offense.

Why is the squad so important?

The squad is the backbone of a football club. Mainz 05 must therefore urgently improve to break the summer curse. The current numbers speak for themselves: | Date | League Position | Points | | --- | --- | --- | | 29.06.2026 | 10th | 40 |

What comes next?

Mainz 05 must prepare for the new season. With 44 goals and 53 conceded (-9 goal difference), the club must urgently improve. Unlike in previous years, when winter purchases saved the club, Mainz 05 must act early this time. But the pressure is high, as Mainz 05 is 49 points behind leaders Bayern München.