FSV Mainz 05 has expressed interest in Janis Antiste, a 22-year-old French striker. Antiste, who was on loan at 1. FC Nürnberg from Sassuolo, made a significant impact by scoring seven goals in twelve matches in the 2. Bundesliga. Alongside Mainz, FC St. Pauli is also interested in Antiste, although it has been reported that Rapid Vienna is currently the most advanced in negotiations. The transfer fee could be a potential hurdle, as Sassuolo is expected to base their negotiations on the four million euro purchase option that Nürnberg had, even though Antiste's current market value is two million euros. Antiste's contract with Sassuolo, which extends until 2026, adds another layer of complexity to the transfer discussions.