Hoeneß affirms Woltemade's suitability - he is deemed suitable for the role, with a target date of no later than next year.
In the bustling world of European football, the transfer market is abuzz with activity, and one name that stands out is Nick Woltemade. The 23-year-old VfB Stuttgart star is in high demand, with Bayern Munich leading the charge.
Bayern Munich's interest in Woltemade is undeniable. The Bavarian giants have reportedly tabled a lucrative offer, with a base salary of €7 million annually, potentially rising to €11 million with bonuses [1][2]. Max Eberl, Bayern's board member for sport, has confirmed that the club is considering Woltemade, but no serious discussions have taken place yet with Stuttgart [1].
However, a significant hurdle remains in the form of the transfer fee. Stuttgart is holding out for a hefty sum of €80 million, while Bayern is unwilling to exceed €50 million [3]. This disparity has led to a stalemate in negotiations, with no official offer yet from Bayern. Stuttgart's CEO, Alexander Wehrle, has even declined personal meetings due to the significant price difference, indicating a tough negotiation ahead [3].
Woltemade himself has expressed his desire to join Bayern this summer, but the transfer hinges on whether both clubs can agree on a fee [4]. As of now, the deal remains uncertain, with no confirmation of a transfer.
Meanwhile, Barcelona supposedly has "more or less the promise" of Woltemade [5]. However, it's important to note that this is unconfirmed speculation. Uli Hoeneß, the honorary president of FC Bayern Munich, has expressed interest in signing Woltemade, and he has been in contact with former Bayern coach Hansi Flick, who is now active at Barcelona [6].
Elsewhere, the future of Bradley Barcola at Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) is uncertain. Barcola, an important player in PSG's squad, has been linked with a move to Bayern Munich. However, PSG coach Luis Enrique plans to keep Barcola in Paris for a few more years [7].
In a twist, Nick Woltemade is contracted to VfB Stuttgart until June 30, 2028, while Williams, another highly sought-after player, is tied to Athletic Bilbao [8]. Williams is Basque and Athletic Bilbao only plays with Basque players, making a move to Bayern unlikely.
The transfer window for Bayern Munich remains open until the end of August, providing a potential window for a resolution in the Woltemade saga. As the summer unfolds, football fans worldwide will be watching closely to see if Woltemade will join the ranks of Bayern Munich.
Nick Woltemade's pursuit by Bayern Munich continues, with the German powerhouse reportedly interested in the VfB Stuttgart star who has expressed a desire to join them this summer. However, negotiations between the two clubs are currently stalled due to disagreements over the transfer fee, with Stuttgart demanding €80 million and Bayern unwilling to exceed €50 million. Meanwhile, Barcelona has been hinted to have "more or less the promise" of Woltemade, but this remains unconfirmed.
