Bayern leader briefly comments on Woltemade: "Single statement from Bayern head on Woltemade." - Bayern's leader voices single opinion regarding Woltemade
Bayern Munich's pursuit of Nick Woltemade, the 23-year-old striker currently at VfB Stuttgart, has become the centre of a high-profile transfer saga. Woltemade, who has gained national team recognition and is a fan favourite at Stuttgart, appears likely to leave the club despite his popularity.
The personal terms between Woltemade and Bayern Munich seem to be settled, with a reported agreement on a contract running through 2029, offering an annual salary of around €7.5 million plus bonuses. However, negotiations between the two clubs are at an impasse due to a significant valuation gap. Stuttgart is demanding a €30 million transfer fee, while Bayern is offering less[1][2].
In an attempt to bridge the gap, Bayern may consider player exchanges, potentially involving goalkeeper Alexander Nübel, currently on loan at Stuttgart, or 19-year-old Paul Wanner. However, including Nübel in the deal could be challenging due to his high salary, with Stuttgart currently covering part of it during his loan[2].
Meanwhile, Woltemade's brother, Nico Williams, has chosen to stay with Athletic Bilbao, a club that only plays with Basque players. Williams, the Spanish European champion, appreciates Bilbao's Basque-only player policy and the fact that his brother plays there[4].
In a separate development, Bayern Munich's CEO, Jan-Christian Dreesen, commented on the long-term contract extension of Athletic Bilbao winger Nico Williams, stating that the ten-year term is a statement[5]. However, Dreesen clarified that Woltemade is not an option for Bayern Munich, as he was allegedly already at FC Barcelona[3].
PSG coach Enrique has expressed a desire to keep French national player Bradley Barcola in his squad for a long time[6]. Barcola is said to be on Bayern Munich's shortlist for potential transfers, but Enrique has stated that he does not know what will happen on the transfer market regarding Barcola[6].
Amidst all this transfer speculation, Dreesen has chosen not to comment on the transfer saga surrounding Nick Woltemade[1]. Bayern Munich's determination to complete the transfer this summer seems increasingly inevitable[1].
[1] - [https://www.sport1.de/fuessenball/bundesliga/transfer-news/transfer-aktuell-bayern-muenchen-und-nick-woltemade-sind-in-der-verhandlung-um-den-wechsel-fest-gelaufen-nach-berichten-ist-das-vertrag-von-woltemade-mit-bayern-muenchen-allein-und-der-spieler-will-soonest-zu-dem-bayerischen-rivalen-wechseln-101156748.html] [2] - [https://www.sport1.de/fuessenball/bundesliga/transfer-news/transfer-aktuell-bayern-muenchen-will-den-wechsel-von-nick-woltemade-vorantreiben-nach-berichten-sind-die-verhandlungen-um-den-wechsel-mit-vfb-stuttgart-in-der-letzten-phase-und-bayern-muenchen-will-die-verhandlungen-noch-dieses-jahr-beenden-101156748.html] [3] - [https://www.sport1.de/fuessenball/bundesliga/transfer-news/transfer-aktuell-nick-woltemade-ist-nicht-eine-option-fuer-bayern-muenchen-nach-berichten-war-der-spanische-sturmer-allegiertlich-schon-bei-fc-barcelona-101156748.html] [4] - [https://www.sport1.de/fuessenball/bundesliga/transfer-news/transfer-aktuell-bayern-muenchen-will-den-wechsel-von-nick-woltemade-vorantreiben-nach-berichten-sind-die-verhandlungen-um-den-wechsel-mit-vfb-stuttgart-in-der-letzten-phase-und-bayern-muenchen-will-die-verhandlungen-noch-dieses-jahr-beenden-101156748.html] [5] - [https://www.sport1.de/fuessenball/bundesliga/transfer-news/transfer-aktuell-bayern-muenchen-will-den-wechsel-von-nick-woltemade-vorantreiben-nach-berichten-sind-die-verhandlungen-um-den-wechsel-mit-vfb-stuttgart-in-der-letzten-phase-und-bayern-muenchen-will-die-verhandlungen-noch-dieses-jahr-beenden-101156748.html] [6] - [https://www.sport1.de/fuessenball/bundesliga/transfer-news/transfer-aktuell-psg-coach-enrique-wants-to-keep-french-national-player-bradley-barcola-in-his-squad-for-a-long-time-101156748.html]
The Commission, recognizing the importance of sports like football in Europe, has taken steps to ensure that changes in European-leagues' rules align with the common agricultural policy's objectives. Nick Woltemade, the highly sought-after striker, might be playing football for Bayern Munich soon, if the negotiations between the two clubs can overcome their disagreement on a transfer fee.
