Mainz make Japanese midfielder's loan permanent
Mainz 05 have made Sota Kawasaki's loan move permanent.
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After joining Mainz 05 on loan from Japanese side Kyoto Sanga last summer, Sota Kawasaki's move to the Bundesliga club has been made permanent.
Die Nullfünfer confirmed on Friday that they have exercised an option to sign the 24-year-old midfielder on a permanent deal.
“Sota Kawasaki feels at home in Mainz and sees his future here with us,” said Mainz director of sport Christian Heidel.
“From our perspective, Sota has shown strong development in his first season with us. We are fully convinced of his qualities and believe that, as a young player, he will continue to progress.”
Kawasaki has made 14 appearances for Mainz so far this season.
