Overview

• Bo Henriksen described Weiper’s exclusion from Tuesday’s DFB-Pokal squad as a club decision intended to preserve team focus during ongoing contract negotiations.
• Christian Heidel acknowledged that Mainz remains in discussions with the 20-year-old striker and that a summer exit cannot be ruled out.
• Weiper’s current contract runs until June 30, 2026, and no extension has been agreed despite the club’s efforts.
• His four goals at the recent U21 European Championship have attracted reported interest from Arsenal, Tottenham and RB Leipzig.
• With less than a year remaining on his deal, Mainz has given itself roughly two weeks to reach a conclusion or pursue a transfer rather than risk losing him on a free.