While PSV navigates the transfer market, the player's profile rose further on June 29, 2026, when his older brother, Kaishu Sano, drew widespread online praise after scoring a long-range goal for Japan against Brazil.
The internal debate at PSV persists as the club tries to strike a careful equilibrium between immediate sporting success and maintaining a clear pathway for academy graduates.
The regional newspaper noted that the club intentionally avoids relying solely on youth, prioritizing individuals who have already logged a substantial number of professional appearances.
Manager Peter Bosz previously voiced his strict views regarding squad composition, emphasizing that he will not risk losing control of a championship campaign due to an excessive reliance on inexperienced youth.
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PSV Eindhoven remains interested in signing NEC Nijmegen midfielder Kodai Sano but weighs his arrival against the development of prospect Noah Fernandez.
