Mainz join the race for Stuttgart's Silas

Mainz 05 has supposedly entered the race for VfB Stuttgart's out-of-favour attacker Silas Katompa Mvumpa.

Sky Germany have confirmed that there have been concrete discussions in recent days between the two Bundesliga sides.

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Meanwhile, it was reported yesterday (1 January) that second division outfit Hannover 96 are also courting the DR Congo native.

The pay-TV channel also notes that clubs from the Turkish Süper Lig are also interested in the 27-year-old.

Silas' contract expires in the summer and Stuttgart is ready to sell however any outcome is currently uncertain.