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Kodai Sano nears PSV move as NEC Nijmegen faces Champions League challenge

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 5:05 PM

Last updated Aug 5, 2026

Kodai Sano nears PSV move as NEC Nijmegen faces Champions League challenge

Summary

Kodai Sano is close to transferring from NEC Nijmegen to PSV. PSV and NEC have agreed on a transfer fee of €20 million. Sano's departure has sparked frustration within NEC, especially as they prepare for a Champions League qualifying match against Olympiakos. Technical Director Carlos Aalbers expressed disappointment over Sano's unwillingness to play for NEC before the transfer. The first leg against Olympiakos ended in a 0-0 draw, with the second leg scheduled for next week. Sano has completed a medical in Eindhoven and is expected to be introduced as a PSV player soon.

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By the Numbers

•Sano's transfer fee from NEC to PSV is €20 million.
•NEC drew 0-0 against Olympiakos in their first qualifying match.
•Technical Director Aalbers expressed frustration over Sano's decision.
•The second leg of the qualifying round will take place next week.
•Sano has completed a medical and is set to join PSV soon.

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5:05 PMYahoo Sports — NEC Nijmegen Director frustrated as Kodai Sano’s move to PSV nears completion

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Kodai Sano is close to completing his switch from NEC Nijmegen to PSV. However, he may be leaving the Goffertstadion under a cloud.Although PSV and NEC have agreed to a transfer fee of €20 million, ...
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