Mainz 05: Recent transfers

Kaishu Sano linked with surprise England move

Mainz 05's Japanese attacker Kaishu Sano is reportedly attracting unexpected transfer interest from England, according to Bild Sport.

2 Sep 2026

Mainz 05: Sano stays, Hanche-Olsen joins Chicago Fire

Mainz 05 retains key player Kaishu Sano, while defender Andreas Hanche-Olsen joins MLS side Chicago Fire for $2 million, signing a contract until 2031.

2 Sep 2026

Mainz 05 keep Sano, six players face Deadline Day exit

Kaishu Sano stays at Mainz 05 after no club met the asking price, with six other players candidates to leave on Deadline Day, according to Bild Sport.

1 Sep 2026

Mainz 05's William Bøving joins 1. FC Nürnberg on loan

Mainz 05's 23-year-old Danish attacker William Bøving is set for a season-long loan to 2. Bundesliga side 1. FC Nürnberg for the 2026/27 campaign.

29 Aug 2026

Mainz 05's William Böving joins 1. FC Nürnberg on loan

Mainz 05 forward William Böving has joined 1. FC Nürnberg on a straight loan deal without an option to buy, as reported by kicker.

29 Aug 2026

Mainz 05 keep Kaishu Sano as transfer window closes

Mainz 05 have decided against transferring Kaishu Sano, who was linked with a move to England, and will keep the Japanese player for the new season.

29 Aug 2026

Kleindienst: Decision for Leipzig after Missing Mainz

Tim Kleindienst, the captain of Borussia Dortmund, missed the 5:0 cup win against Mainz. Now the decision for his league start in Leipzig is set.

24 Aug 2026

Posch joins Mainz 05 from Como: „Has made us better directly“

Mainz 05 has signed Stefan Posch from Como's loan deal. The defender came for €4 million and has quickly integrated into the team, supporting Mainz 05 in the past.

18 Aug 2026

Urs Fischer plans with Kaishu Sano - Mainz 05 keeps pushing

Mainz 05 remains in transfer talks with Kaishu Sano. Coach Urs Fischer plans with the Japanese player as the team hopes for a resolution.

16 Aug 2026

RB Leipzig eye Mainz 05's Kaishu Sano - transfer only at lower fee

RB Leipzig are interested in Mainz 05's Kaishu Sano, but a transfer depends on a significantly lower fee. Current situation and implications for the club.

15 Aug 2026

Transfer Surprise for Mainz 05: Schmid and Grillitsch move to Italy

Mainz 05 loses two key players: Romano Schmid and Florian Grillitsch move to the Italian Serie A. Frosinone Calcio has officially announced the signing of the two midfielders.

13 Aug 2026

Stefan Posch returns to FSV Mainz 05: €4 million transfer

FSV Mainz 05 closes €4 million transfer deal with Como for Stefan Posch. The 29-year-old Austrian will sign his contract after a successful medical check.

11 Aug 2026

Mainz 05 eyeing David Odogu loan from AC Milan

Mainz 05 is reportedly interested in signing David Odogu on loan from AC Milan. The 21-year-old defender could bolster the Bundesliga side.

7 Aug 2026

Mainz 05: Breakthrough in Posch Return Negotiations?

Mainz 05 and Como Calcio are close to agreeing on Stefan Posch's return. The defender may soon join permanently. Latest negotiations and details.

28 Jul 2026

Mainz 05: New signings show bite and goals - Fischer pleased

Mainz 05: New signings Königsdörffer, Martel, Gruber and Ruoppi impress with goals and effort. Coach Urs Fischer is pleased.

23 Jul 2026

Mainz 05 loan Ersatztorwart Lasse Rieß to Fortuna Düsseldorf

Mainz 05 have extended goalkeeper Lasse Rieß's contract by one year and loaned him to Fortuna Düsseldorf for the 2026/27 season. The 24-year-old will gain match practice, as Mainz sit 10th in the Bundesliga with zero points after zero matches.

22 Jul 2026

Mainz 05 brings goalkeeper Schwolow back to Bundesliga

Mainz 05 signs experienced goalkeeper Alexander Schwolow. The 34-year-old returns from Scotland to challenge Robin Zentner. League standing: 10th in Bundesliga, 40 pts, 10W-10D-14L.

19 Jul 2026

Alexander Schwolow returns: Mainz 05 signs Hearts goalkeeper

Alexander Schwolow returns to Germany after a year in Scotland and joins Mainz 05. The 34-year-old goalkeeper transfers from Heart of Midlothian FC to 1. FSV Mainz 05. The transfer will be completed on July 30, so he can still be available for his current employer's Champions League qualifying matches.

19 Jul 2026

Mainz 05 land Bundesliga goalkeeper to replace Batz

Mainz 05 have signed an experienced Bundesliga goalkeeper to replace Daniel Batz. All the details on the new signing and why it could stabilize their 10th-place Bundesliga standing - exclusively here.

17 Jul 2026

Nelson Weiper transfer rumors heat up at Mainz 05

Nelson Weiper's future at Mainz 05 is in doubt as transfer rumors swirl. Here's what's really happening with the club's young striker.

14 Jul 2026

Talented Defender Maxim Dal Leaves Mainz 05 for Greuther Fürth

Mainz 05's Maxim Dal, a U17 World and European champion, joins Greuther Fürth after 11 years. Transfer details and future plans revealed.

13 Jul 2026

Eric Martel boosts Mainz 05 with summer transfer coup

Mainz 05 sign Eric Martel from 1. FC Köln. The 24‑year‑old defender impressed in a test match and is set to shore up the back line - a key move for the Bundesliga side.

9 Jul 2026

Mainz 05 eyes Laurin Curda signing as talks progress

Mainz 05 is keen on Paderborn midfielder Laurin Curda. Ongoing talks may boost the squad this summer - read the full story.

9 Jul 2026

Mainz 05 eyes Sano replacement as Yoon draws interest

Mainz 05 is hunting a Kaishu Sano replacement and has 19‑year‑old Sung‑jun Yoon on its radar - transfer details and current league standing included.

8 Jul 2026

Mainz 05 in talks with Metz over transfer

Mainz 05 is in talks with Ligue 1 side FC Metz over a transfer for right-winger Gauthier Hein. The discussions are advanced, with an initial offer already made. Mainz 05 currently sits 10th in the Bundesliga with 40 points

7 Jul 2026

Mainz 05 Transfer Season: Life After Kaishu Sano

Mainz 05 is planning for life without Kaishu Sano. The Japanese midfielder could soon move to England. How will the Bundesliga club react?

6 Jul 2026

New signings on the spot: Mainz 05 shows bite and scores

Mainz 05: New signings under scrutiny - Ransford Königsdörffer, Eric Martel, Otto Ruoppi, and Fabio Gruber show bite and score. Currently, Mainz 05 is 10th in the Bundesliga with 40 points and a record of 10 wins, 10 draws, and 14 losses.

6 Jul 2026

Transfer Shock: Veratschnig Leaves Mainz 05

Mainz 05 loses Nikolas Veratschnig to RB Salzburg. The 23-year-old moves to Austria and signs a contract until 2030. Mainz 05 currently ranks 10th in the Bundesliga.

30 Jun 2026

Transfer News: Mainz 05 Extends Loan Deal

Mainz 05 extends the loan deal of Konstantin Schopp to TSV Hartberg. The 20-year-old defender will also play for the Austrian Bundesliga club next season. Mainz 05 is currently 10th in the Bundesliga.

29 Jun 2026

Mainz 05's new signings: Heidel speaks exclusively

Mainz 05's boss Christian Heidel talks about the new signings. Learn more about the new players and their role in the team. Mainz 05 is currently 10th in the Bundesliga.

28 Jun 2026