"No talks are ongoing"
**VfB Stuttgart Stays Firm on Nick Woltemade Transfer Amidst Bayern Munich Interest**
Negotiations between VfB Stuttgart and FC Bayern Munich regarding the transfer of star midfielder Nick Woltemade have hit a roadblock, with Stuttgart turning down two offers from Bayern, including the latest offer of €55 million.
Alexander Wehrle, CEO of VfB Stuttgart, has emphasised that the club will only consider negotiations if an offer of at least €65 million is made. Some sources suggest that Stuttgart might be aiming for a fee closer to €80 million.
Despite Woltemade's expressed desire to join Bayern Munich and lodging a transfer request, Stuttgart remains resolute in keeping him as a key player and potential successor to certain roles within the team. Maximilian Mittelstädt, a player for VfB Stuttgart, stated that the team does not need to convince Woltemade to stay.
Wehrle has a good relationship with Jan-Christian Dreesen, CEO of FC Bayern, but no personal discussions about Woltemade have taken place between the two. The current contract details of Woltemade are not mentioned by Wehrle, and it is worth noting that his contract with Stuttgart does not contain an exit clause.
The sporting director of VfB Stuttgart, Fabian Wohlgemuth, has reiterated that the facts have not changed in the last few days. Wehrle, in his statement, does not specify a minimum offer amount for discussions to take place.
Stuttgart is unwilling to even sit at the table for anything below a 65 million buyout for Woltemade. So far, no offers from any club have been sufficient to change Stuttgart's stance on Woltemade. Wehrle reiterates that Woltemade will play for VfB Stuttgart in the coming season and intends to start the season with him.
Despite the ongoing interest from FC Bayern Munich, it seems that Stuttgart is holding firm on their valuation of Woltemade, viewing him as a valuable asset akin to a unique piece of art. The future of Woltemade's transfer remains uncertain, but one thing is clear: VfB Stuttgart is not willing to compromise on their asking price.
The ongoing negotiations for Nick Woltemade's transfer between VfB Stuttgart and FC Bayern Munich have been stagnant, with Stuttgart refusing to entertain offers below €65 million.
In European football leagues, the transfer market is often a heated spectacle, but Stuttgart's unyielding stance on Woltemade's value shows their determination to hold onto a prized asset.
