VfB Stuttgart targets NEC Nijmegen's Kodai Sano for summer transfer

VfB Stuttgart is pursuing a transfer for Kodai Sano from NEC Nijmegen as reported by Omroep Gelderland. The 22-year-old midfielder has emerged as a key player after helping Nijmegen secure a third-place finish this season, putting them in contention for a Champions League qualification. Sano previously attracted interest from clubs like Ajax Amsterdam and Nottingham Forest but remained with Nijmegen, contributing three goals and seven assists across 39 matches. Stuttgart is not alone in its pursuit, as PSV Eindhoven is also considering Sano as a potential replacement for Ismael Saibari, who is expected to join Bayern Munich.

• 9:08 AMYahoo Sports — Stuttgart named as suitors for NEC Nijmegen's Kodai Sano