FC Bayern Munich planning to make a bid for Woltemade, but VfB Stuttgart is resisting
In the ongoing saga of Nick Woltemade's potential transfer from VfB Stuttgart to FC Bayern Munich, the latest developments have revealed a significant obstacle. The German powerhouses are at odds over the striker's transfer fee, with Stuttgart valuing Woltemade at €60 million to €80 million, and Bayern's best offer so far standing at around €50 million plus €5 million in add-ons.
Stuttgart, bolstered by the high offers received from Bayern, holds a strong negotiating position. The DFB Cup winners have made two previous offers for Woltemade, both of which were rejected by the Swabian club. In their latest attempt, Bayern increased their offer to €50 million plus €5 million in bonuses and a 10% sell-on clause, but this still fell short of Stuttgart's minimum asking price of at least €65 million.
Despite the financial differences, Bayern remain keen on securing Woltemade's services. The player himself has expressed a preference to join Bayern over other clubs like Chelsea and Napoli. Bayern are reportedly offering him a salary package between €7 million and €11 million annually, significantly higher than Stuttgart's renewal offer which Woltemade found disappointing.
The record champions and Nick Woltemade seem to agree, but the transfer fee expectations of both clubs are still far apart. With almost three weeks having passed since Woltemade informed the VfB management of his desire to leave, the transfer remains stalled. As of now, Bayern and Stuttgart have yet to sit down for negotiations regarding the transfer.
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*Disclaimer: The values mentioned are estimates and may vary.*
| Aspect | Details | |--------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------| | Woltemade's Current Transfer Value | €60 million to €80 million | | VfB Stuttgart's Minimum Asking Price | At least €65 million to start talks | | Bayern Munich's Latest Offer | Roughly €40m + €5m add-ons; willing up to €50m | | Player's Contract Length | Until 2028 | | Player's Salary Offer from Bayern| €7 million to €11 million annually | | Stuttgart's Renewal Offer | €2.5 million annually (considered low by player)|
What could be the potential hurdle in negotiating the transfer of Nick Woltemade from VfB Stuttgart to FC Bayern Munich, given that Bayern's latest offer still falls below Stuttgart's minimum asking price for the striker in European leagues, such as the Premier League?
Could Bayern Munich's offer to pay €50 million plus €5 million in bonuses, along with a 10% sell-on clause, be enough to convince Nick Woltemade to choose them over other top clubs like Chelsea and Napoli, as long as his salary expectations are met within the range of €7 million to €11 million annually?
