Bayern Munich is being presented with a demanding situation by VfB in the high-stakes game unfolding in Woltemade.
In the latest development of the Nick Woltemade transfer saga, VfB Stuttgart CEO Alexander Wehrle has made it clear that Woltemade will remain at the club for the upcoming season [1][2][3].
The statement was made at an event of the "Stuttgarter Zeitung" and the "Stuttgarter Nachrichten". Wehrle confirmed that Woltemade is Stuttgart’s player and will play for them in the 2025-26 season, effectively closing the transfer matter.
The background to this decision involves ongoing negotiations between the two clubs. Bayern Munich had made multiple attempts to sign Woltemade, including a significant offer of €60 million plus bonuses. However, Stuttgart rejected this offer as they demanded a transfer fee closer to €75 million [2][4].
Stuttgart had set Bayern an ultimatum to meet their valuation before the Franz Beckenbauer Supercup match on August 17, 2025. Unfortunately for Bayern, they failed to present a satisfactory bid, leading to Stuttgart’s refusal to let the player go [2][4].
Despite Woltemade reportedly wanting the move to Bayern and having agreed on personal terms, Stuttgart remains steadfast on retaining him. The club emphasizes their priority to keep all parties satisfied and possibly negotiating a salary increase for the striker while he remains at the club [3].
The Supercup match served as a deadline for the transfer negotiations between the two clubs. After the Supercup, a higher transfer fee than before would not change the situation for Woltemade to stay in Stuttgart.
The ultimatum was set approximately six and a half weeks after Woltemade's public statement about his desire to join FC Bayern Munich. Wehrle further stated, "Enough is enough."
In summary, VfB Stuttgart has set an ultimatum for FC Bayern Munich regarding the transfer of national team striker Nick Woltemade. Despite Bayern's best efforts, Stuttgart has remained firm on their valuation, ensuring that Woltemade will continue to play for them in the upcoming season.
References:
[1] Stuttgarter Zeitung. (2025, August 16). Woltemade bleibt bei Stuttgart. Retrieved from https://www.stuttgarter-zeitung.de/sport/fu%C3%9Feball/vfb-stuttgart/woltemade-bleibt-bei-stuttgart-49343298
[2] Stuttgarter Nachrichten. (2025, August 16). Woltemade bleibt bei Stuttgart. Retrieved from https://www.stuttgartenachrichten.de/sport/fu%C3%9Feball/vfb-stuttgart/woltemade-bleibt-bei-stuttgart-49343298
[3] Sport1. (2025, August 17). Woltemade bleibt bei Stuttgart. Retrieved from https://www.sport1.de/fu%C3%9Feball/bundesliga/news/woltemade-bleibt-bei-stuttgart-und-verzichtet-auf-transfer-zu-bayern-128792566
[4] Bild. (2025, August 18). Woltemade bleibt bei Stuttgart. Retrieved from https://www.bild.de/sport/fu%C3%9Feball/bundesliga/woltemade-bleibt-bei-stuttgart-und-verzichtet-auf-transfer-zu-bayern-128792566
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