Overview
- Mainz confirmed on Tuesday that Silas has signed from Bundesliga rival VfB Stuttgart.
- Both clubs kept the transfer terms confidential, with media reporting only a small fee was involved.
- Silas has not appeared for Stuttgart this season following previous major injuries and a 2024/25 loan to Red Star Belgrade.
- Mainz sporting director Niko Bungert highlighted Silas's speed, one-on-one strength and goal threat as attributes the team wants to add.
- Bottom of the Bundesliga, Mainz have scored 13 goals in 15 matches and recently brought in Phillip Tietz after Jonathan Burkardt's move to Eintracht Frankfurt.