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Liverpool pursues Mainz midfielder Kaishu Sano for €60 million

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 15, 2026, 8:23 AM

Last updated Jul 15, 2026

Liverpool pursues Mainz midfielder Kaishu Sano for €60 million

Summary

Liverpool is reportedly preparing a €60 million bid for Mainz midfielder Kaishu Sano. Reports from Sport Bild indicate that Sano is expected to leave Mainz this summer following interest from several clubs. Sano's market value has increased after notable performances for Japan in the World Cup. A transfer would set a record for Mainz, surpassing the previous record of €31.5 million for Brajan Gruda's move to Brighton & Hove Albion in 2024.

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By the Numbers

•Liverpool interested in Kaishu Sano from Mainz.
•Bid could reach €60 million this summer.
•Sano's value rose after World Cup performances.
•A transfer would break Mainz's record sale.
•Mainz acquired Sano for €2.5 million in 2024.

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8:23 AMYahoo Sports — Liverpool ready to splash €60m on Mainz and Japan star Kaishu Sano

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After Liverpool were linked with a move for Mainz midfielder Kaishu Sano by Japanese outlet Nikkan Sports towards the end of last month, Sport Bild are now also reporting on the interest.An article in...
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