Bayern Munich responds to Woltemade's demand: "That settles it"
In a turn of events, VfB Stuttgart's CEO, Alexander Wehrle, has categorically ruled out the transfer of Nick Woltemade to FC Bayern Munich this summer. Despite Bayern's ongoing interest and a reported €60 million offer plus bonuses and resale clauses, Stuttgart has rejected the bid.
Wehrle confirmed that Woltemade is, and will remain, a Stuttgart player for the upcoming season. He emphasised that the matter is closed, and Bayern is aware of this. Discussions with Woltemade's agent, including salary considerations, will continue, but Stuttgart's priority is to keep all parties satisfied without allowing the transfer to take place in this window.
Contrary to some speculation, there is no direct connection between the financial considerations linked to Kingsley Coman and the Woltemade transfer. The focus remains on Stuttgart's rejection of Bayern's offer and their priority to retain Woltemade.
Meanwhile, Stuttgart is actively exploring potential long-term replacements for Woltemade, such as Nelson Weiper from Mainz. This suggests that while they are preparing for the possibility of Woltemade leaving in the future, they are not considering it for this summer.
The transfer saga surrounding Woltemade has been a topic of discussion. Former Bayern striker, Claudio Pizarro, has praised Woltemade's progress and potential as a talented German striker. However, he acknowledged that a deal has not yet materialized, partly due to pricing and negotiation stances.
Interestingly, the potential transfer of Coman could delay the Woltemade poker game. If Coman were to be transferred to Saudi Arabia's Al-Nassr, it could potentially free up financial room for Bayern, reigniting the negotiations for Woltemade.
As the Supercup clash approaches on Saturday, a decision on Woltemade's future must be made. Wehrle has addressed FC Bayern, implying that if they want to sign Woltemade, they should reach a solution within the given time frame.
Despite the ongoing saga, it's important to note that Kingsley Coman remains a Bayern Munich player. The transfer negotiations between the two clubs continue, with the fate of Woltemade hanging in the balance.
Alexander Wehrle, the CEO of VfB Stuttgart, has expressed a clear intention to keep Nick Woltemade with the team, admitting that discussions with Woltemade's agent about salary considerations are ongoing. Meanwhile, Stuttgart is also scouting for potential replacements in European-leagues, such as Nelson Weiper from Mainz, indicating a potential long-term plan for Woltemade's departure.
