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GermanyGermanyFounded 1905
Bo Henriksen
Bo HenriksenManager
Mewa Arena
Home Venue
Mewa Arena
34,000 capacity
Kacper Potulski
Kacper Potulski
Jan 01, 2026
Free
Mainz 05 IIMainz 05 II
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William Bøving
William Bøving
Sep 01, 2025
€3,500,000
Sturm GrazSturm Graz
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Sota Kawasaki
Sota Kawasaki
Jul 09, 2025
€200,000
Kyoto SangaKyoto Sanga
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Niklas Tauer
Niklas Tauer
Jun 30, 2025
Free
Eintracht BraunschweigEintracht Braunschweig
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Edimilson Fernandes
Free
BrestBrest
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Marco Richter
Marco Richter
Jun 30, 2025
Free
Hamburger SVHamburger SV
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Ludovic Ajorque
Ludovic Ajorque
Jun 30, 2025
Free
BrestBrest
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Tom Krauß
Tom Krauß
Jun 30, 2025
Free
VfL Bochum 1848VfL Bochum 1848
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Ben Bobzien
Ben Bobzien
Jun 30, 2025
Free
Austria KlagenfurtAustria Klagenfurt
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Tom Krauß
Tom Krauß
Jan 29, 2025
Free
Luton TownLuton Town
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Arnaud Nordin
Arnaud Nordin
Jan 28, 2025
€1,000,000
MontpellierMontpellier
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Lennard Maloney
Lennard Maloney
Jan 21, 2025
€500,000
HeidenheimHeidenheim
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Gabriel Vidovic
Gabriel Vidovic
Aug 30, 2024
Free
FC Bayern MünchenFC Bayern München
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Hyun-seok Hong
Hyun-seok Hong
Aug 29, 2024
€4,000,000
GentGent
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Moritz Jenz
Moritz Jenz
Aug 28, 2024
Free
VfL WolfsburgVfL Wolfsburg
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Kaishu Sano
Kaishu Sano
Jul 03, 2024
€2,500,000
Kashima AntlersKashima Antlers
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Armindo Sieb
Armindo Sieb
Jul 02, 2024
Free
FC Bayern MünchenFC Bayern München
FSV Mainz 05FSV Mainz 05
Nikolas Veratschnig
€800,000
Wolfsberger ACWolfsberger AC
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Paul Nebel
Paul Nebel
Jun 30, 2024
Free
Karlsruher SCKarlsruher SC
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Ben Bobzien
Ben Bobzien
Jun 30, 2024
Free
Austria LustenauAustria Lustenau
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Aymen Barkok
Aymen Barkok
Jun 30, 2024
Free
Hertha BSCHertha BSC
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Delano Burgzorg
Delano Burgzorg
Jun 30, 2024
Free
Huddersfield TownHuddersfield Town
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Jessic Ngankam
Jessic Ngankam
Feb 01, 2024
Free
Eintracht FrankfurtEintracht Frankfurt
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Nadiem Amiri
Nadiem Amiri
Jan 31, 2024
Free
Bayer 04 LeverkusenBayer 04 Leverkusen
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Josuha Guilavogui
Josuha Guilavogui
Sep 25, 2023
Free
TBCTBC
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Anwar El Ghazi
Anwar El Ghazi
Sep 22, 2023
Free
TBCTBC
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Phillipp Mwene
Phillipp Mwene
Aug 23, 2023
€1,500,000
PSVPSV
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Marco Richter
Marco Richter
Aug 22, 2023
€3,000,000
Hertha BSCHertha BSC
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Edimilson Fernandes
Free
DSC Arminia BielefeldDSC Arminia Bielefeld
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Jean-Philippe Mateta
Free
Crystal PalaceCrystal Palace
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Delano Burgzorg
Delano Burgzorg
Jan 29, 2022
€300,000
Heracles AlmeloHeracles Almelo
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Marcus Ingvartsen
Marcus Ingvartsen
Aug 30, 2021
€600,000
FC Union BerlinFC Union Berlin
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Robert Glatzel
Robert Glatzel
Feb 01, 2021
Free
Cardiff CityCardiff City
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Danny da Costa
Danny da Costa
Jan 22, 2021
Free
Eintracht FrankfurtEintracht Frankfurt
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Dominik Kohr
Dominik Kohr
Jan 18, 2021
Free
Eintracht FrankfurtEintracht Frankfurt
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Transfer Analysis

A comprehensive look at FSV Mainz 05's transfer activity over the past decade.

Transfer Activity

How active has FSV Mainz 05 been in the transfer market over the past decade?

FSV Mainz 05 has been very active in the transfer market, completing 79 transfers over the past 6 seasons. This includes 35 incoming moves and 44 departures. The most active season was 2024/25 with 32 transactions, while 2022/23 saw just 1.

Transfer Spending

A breakdown of investment and sales revenue across each season.

Over the past decade, FSV Mainz 05 has invested a total of €17.9M in incoming transfers while recouping €76.2M from player sales. This results in a net profit of €58.3M, making the club a net seller. The club's biggest spending season was 2024/25 with €8.8M invested, while 2024/25 generated the most revenue at €30.3M.

Transfer Window Patterns

When does FSV Mainz 05 prefer to do their business?

FSV Mainz 05 is preferring to operate in the summer window. The summer window accounts for 77% of all transfer activity (61 moves), compared to 23% in January (18 moves). Summer spending totals €16.1M vs €1.8M in winter windows.

Net Spend Evolution

Tracking the balance between investment and sales over time.

The cumulative net spend chart tracks FSV Mainz 05's overall market position over time. Values above zero indicate net profit (more sold than spent), while values below represent net investment. Currently, the club sits at a cumulative profit of €58.3M. The club has operated profitably throughout this period.

Positions Targeted

Which areas of the squad has FSV Mainz 05 invested in?

FSV Mainz 05's recruitment has been with a clear emphasis on midfielder signings, with Midfielders representing 40% of incoming transfers (14 signings). Attacker arrivals account for another 40% (14 players).

Positions Sold From

Where has FSV Mainz 05 seen the most outgoing activity?

The club has seen most departures from Midfielder positions (43%, 19 players), followed by Attackers at 36% (16 players). Both incoming and outgoing activity has been concentrated in midfielder positions, suggesting squad rebuilding in this area.

Biggest Signings

The most expensive players to arrive at FSV Mainz 05.

The most significant investment was Hyun-seok Hong for €4.0M, arriving from Gent in 2024. William Bøving (€3.5M) and Marco Richter (€3.0M) complete the top three. The total spent on these top signings represents 59% of all incoming transfer fees.

Biggest Sales

The highest fees received for departing players.

FSV Mainz 05's record sale is Brajan Gruda for €30.0M to Brighton & Hove Albion in 2024. Recent sales activity indicates the club has been cashing in on assets in recent windows.

Fee Breakdown

How does FSV Mainz 05's spending distribute across price brackets?

The majority of FSV Mainz 05's incoming business (69%) has been Free transfers. This suggests a cost-conscious approach, maximising value from free transfers.

Signing Age Profile

What age groups has FSV Mainz 05 targeted in recruitment?

FSV Mainz 05 has focused on 21-25 signings, with 60% of arrivals in this age bracket. Only 6% of signings were 30 or older. This indicates a focus on prime-age players for immediate contribution.

Free Transfers

How much value has FSV Mainz 05 found in the free agent market?

Free transfers have accounted for 69% of incoming moves over the past decade. Notable free signings include Kacper Potulski, Niklas Tauer, Edimilson Fernandes. In total, FSV Mainz 05 has brought in 24 players without a transfer fee.

Loan Movements

How has FSV Mainz 05 utilized the loan market?

FSV Mainz 05 has utilized the loan market frequently in both directions, sending out 13 players and bringing in 12 on temporary deals over the decade. The most loan activity came in 2023/24 with 10 moves.