Bayern Munich continued to rely on Woltemade - Bayern Munich remains persistent in their pursuit of Woltemade
In the heart of Germany, VfB Stuttgart is holding firm in their negotiations with FC Bayern Munich over the transfer of their star forward, Nick Woltemade. The current status of the talks shows a significant stalemate, with Bayern's latest offer of €55 million plus €5 million in bonuses being rejected by Stuttgart, who are demanding a fee of around €65 million to €80 million[1][3].
Woltemade, who is currently training with Stuttgart, has verbally agreed to a five-year contract with Bayern, reportedly worth €7.5 million per season, and is eager to join the Bavarian giants[1][2]. However, Stuttgart remains resolute, setting an ultimatum for Bayern to finalize the deal before the DFL Super Cup match between the two clubs on August 16, 2025. If no agreement is reached, Woltemade will stay at Stuttgart for the season[1].
Bayern appears reluctant to meet Stuttgart’s high valuation but plans to resume talks after their Club World Cup campaign, using that time to reconsider their approach[3]. Stuttgart is also internally deliberating the fee they might accept, showing their firm stance on retaining Woltemade unless their financial expectations are met[3].
The negotiations have become more complex with the entry of Manchester United and Newcastle into the race to sign the German international. This new interest could increase demand and possibly boost the transfer fee required[4]. The Premier League club, Manchester United, is struggling and wants to sign a new striker this summer, with Nick Woltemade being a potential target[5]. However, as of now, Benjamin Sesko of RB Leipzig is considered the favorite for the striker position at Manchester United.
The situation is putting pressure on all parties involved. Woltemade himself is pushing for a transfer to Bayern, while Stuttgart faces the challenge of balancing their need for a fair transfer fee with the player's desire to move[6]. Bayern, on the other hand, must consider their budget and competitive needs under increasing external competition.
As the deadline approaches, it remains to be seen whether Bayern will increase their bid to meet Stuttgart's demands or if the player will stay in Stuttgart for the upcoming season. The outcome of these negotiations could have significant implications for both clubs and the future of one of Germany's top strikers.
References:
- Bild
- Sport Bild
- Sport1
- ESPN
- Manchester Evening News
- Kicker
Despite the intense negotiations between VfB Stuttgart and FC Bayern Munich over Nick Woltemade's transfer, the ongoing talks reveal a considerable impasse, with Stuttgart demanding approximately €65 million to €80 million in contrast to Bayern's current offer of €55 million plus €5 million in bonuses.
Meanwhile, the football world is abuzz with news about European leagues and the steel industry, as Manchester United and Newcastle enter the race to sign the German international. The demand for Woltemade could rise, potentially influencing the transfer fee and stirring discussions about the intersection of sports and manufacturing.
