Kaishu Sano

Midfielder #6
Age 25 years
Nationality Japan
Market Value €25M

Career

No transfer history

Kaishu Sano is Mainz's Gold Wall. Since his arrival from Kashima Antlers in 2024, the 26-year-old has become a cornerstone of the club's tactical setup, providing a reliable shield in front of the back four. While still waiting to lift his first major trophy, his impact on the pitch marks him as a high-level defensive specialist.

Sano has featured in 20 matches this term, amassing 1799 minutes and proving his durability as a consistent starter. While he is currently searching for rhythm and going through a quiet spell, his underlying data confirms his elite status. A Defense rating of 82 highlights his primary strength, specifically his role as a platinum INTERCEPTOR. With 2.3 interceptions per 90 minutes, his positioning and anticipation are among the most effective in the league. He excels at breaking up play and protecting the defensive line under pressure.

Currently valued at 25 million Euro with a rising market trend, Sano is a significant asset for the club's future. His Balance on the pitch will be tested as the campaign reaches its climax, making his defensive consistency a top priority for Mainz in the coming months.

Player Rating

Kaishu Sano
64
Rating
100
hot streak
Form
⚡ Skills 35
🎯 Clutch 29
🎨 Style 70
📊 Ability 45
💰 High Premium
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Midfielder

Archetypes earned from what we've seen this season.

Scout Report

Our breakdown of how this player plays, built from this season's match data.

Kaishu Sano is a exceptional INTERCEPTOR for FSV Mainz 05. Evidence: 2.2 Interceptions/90.

Player DNA

Are they a specialist or an all-rounder? The shape tells the story.

A specialist who excels in Defense (81/100) but has room to grow in Workrate.

Physical profile: Light And Agile.

Kaishu Sano Traits

Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.

vs Midfielders

Height 20%
Weight 12%
Experience 45%

vs Bundesliga

Height 12%
Weight 6%
Experience 46%

Traits

PRIME

Player DNA

Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are

Dribbling: 66 - Ability to beat defenders with close control and skill moves Shooting: 46 - Clinical finishing, shot accuracy, and conversion rate Defense: 81 - Winning duels, tackles, interceptions, and blocks Workrate: 28 - Engine and intensity - total duels and physical commitment Passing: 29 - Vision, key passes, and ability to create chances
Dribbling
Shooting
Defense
Workrate
Passing
Dribbling 66
Shooting 46
Defense 81
Workrate 28
Passing 29
Key Strength 81 Defense
Area to Watch 28 Workrate

Match Stats

Match-by-match record for Kaishu Sano this season

Date Fixture League Mins Rating G A FM Score Venue
Jun 21, 2026 Tunisia 0-4 Japan World Cup 95' 7.7 - 1 54 Estadio BBVA
Jun 14, 2026 Netherlands 2-2 Japan World Cup 94' 6.2 - - 92 AT&T Stadium
May 16, 2026 1. FC Heidenheim 0-2 FSV Mainz 05 Bundesliga 91' 6.9 - - 47 Voith-Arena
May 10, 2026 FSV Mainz 05 1-3 Union Berlin Bundesliga 93' 6.9 - - 76 Mewa Arena
May 03, 2026 FC St. Pauli 1-2 FSV Mainz 05 Bundesliga 94' 7.0 - - 63 Millerntor-Stadion
Apr 25, 2026 FSV Mainz 05 3-4 Bayern München Bundesliga 96' 7.3 - 1 100 Mewa Arena
Apr 19, 2026 Borussia Mönchengladbach 1-1 FSV Mainz 05 Bundesliga 95' 6.6 0 0 64 Borussia-Park
Apr 12, 2026 FSV Mainz 05 0-1 SC Freiburg Bundesliga 94' 6.3 0 0 28 Mewa Arena
Apr 04, 2026 1899 Hoffenheim 1-2 FSV Mainz 05 Bundesliga 91' 7.2 0 0 68 PreZero Arena
Mar 22, 2026 FSV Mainz 05 2-1 Eintracht Frankfurt Bundesliga 94' 7.2 0 0 68 Mewa Arena
Mar 15, 2026 Werder Bremen 0-2 FSV Mainz 05 Bundesliga 96' 7.3 0 0 28 Weserstadion
Mar 07, 2026 FSV Mainz 05 2-2 VfB Stuttgart Bundesliga 93' 6.9 0 0 83 Mewa Arena
Feb 28, 2026 Bayer Leverkusen 1-1 FSV Mainz 05 Bundesliga 93' 6.9 0 0 48 BayArena
Feb 20, 2026 FSV Mainz 05 1-1 Hamburger SV Bundesliga 93' 7.0 0 0 35 Mewa Arena
Feb 13, 2026 Borussia Dortmund 4-0 FSV Mainz 05 Bundesliga 91' 6.5 0 0 39 Signal Iduna Park

Player Market Value

Track Kaishu Sano's transfer value changes and career value history

Current Value €25.0M
Peak Value €25.0M (Q4'25)
€25.0M €12.5M €0
Q2'19 Q4'19 Q1'21 Q2'21 Q1'22 Q2'22 Q1'23 Q2'23 Q1'24 Q2'24 Q4'24 Q4'24 Q1'25 Q2'25 Q4'25 Q4'25