Matthäus disputes the respect shown to Hoeneß for his career accomplishments in comparison to his own.
The world of German football is abuzz with the latest developments in the ongoing feud between Lothar Matthäus and Uli Hoeneß, two iconic figures in the sport's history. The focus of the latest exchange is the potential transfer of Stuttgart's rising star, Nick Woltemade, to Bayern Munich.
In an interview with "Sport Bild", Matthäus, a current record national team player, expressed his support for Woltemade joining Bayern, stating that the player is "suitable for Bayern". He even suggested that a transfer fee of up to €100 million would be justifiable, given Woltemade's talent. However, Hoeneß, Bayern's honorary president, has strongly criticised Matthäus, labelling him as "not right in his head" for inflating transfer figures that could harm Stuttgart's image and transfer negotiations[1][3].
Matthäus, who has been subjected to Hoeneß's attacks for over two decades, responded firming, stating that he is accustomed to such insults and no longer takes them seriously. He accused Hoeneß of being stuck in "outdated mindsets" and failing to understand how football and its business have evolved. Matthäus defended his opinion as professional and grounded in modern football reality[1][2].
The exchange has escalated into a very public spat, with tensions running high between these two football icons. The feud highlights broader disagreements about player valuations, transfer strategies, and the changing nature of football business practices. Bayern Munich, as a club, may face pressures on how to navigate this internal dissent, especially given the significance of the Woltemade transfer saga. The situation remains dynamic, and further developments are anticipated[1][2][3].
Interestingly, Matthäus proposed an option for Bayern to acquire Woltemade, suggesting that he could stay at Stuttgart for another year and join Bayern after the 2026 World Cup. However, it remains to be seen whether Bayern Munich's financial expectations for signing Woltemade are in line with those of VfB Stuttgart[1].
Matthäus, who is 64 years old, stated that sitting down with Hoeneß at this point makes no sense. Despite this, he expressed his belief that Bayern should secure Woltemade's services for the future[1]. The ongoing dispute between Matthäus and Hoeneß adds an intriguing layer to the Woltemade transfer saga, with both parties holding strong opinions on the matter.
The ongoing dispute between Matthäus and Hoeneß, two influential figures in European football, has taken a new turn, with Matthäus suggesting that Nick Woltemade, Stuttgart's rising star, would be suitable for Bayern Munich. Despite Hoeneß's criticism, Matthäus is adamant that Bayern should secure Woltemade's future services, even proposing a possible transfer in 2026 after the World Cup.
