Star midfielder Woltemade expresses ambition to join FC Bayern in Bundesliga
Nick Woltemade: Bayern's Coveted Striker Amidst Transfer Saga with Stuttgart
izioni of transferring teenage sensation Nick Woltemade to Bayern Munich this summer. Sources, including Bild and Sky, report that Woltemade has sealed a deal with the Bundesliga champions, extending his contract until 2030, but talks with VfB Stuttgart, his current club, have yet to commence.
Stuttgart's Resistance
VfB Stuttgart, who possess Woltemade's contract until 2028 sans a release clause, are determined to keep the prodigy. Alexander Wehrle, the club's CEO, has rejected any attempts to poach Woltemade, asserting, "We're going into the next season with Nick. Period!"[2]
Bayern's Intentions
At the Club World Cup, Bayern's sporting director, Christoph Freund, sparked speculations around the transfer, praising Woltemade's stellar performances[3]. Despite the verbal agreement with Woltemade, no formal conversations between Bayern and Stuttgart regarding a transfer have transpired[1][4].
Woltemade's Remarkable Weeks
VfB had initially planned on extending Woltemade's contract with a pay rise, but his management reportedly turned down the offer[3]. With six goals to his name, leading the scoring charts, Woltemade shone at the U21 Euro, propelling Stuttgart to the final and subsequently captaining the team to victory in the DFB-Pokal[2]. Moreover, his talent caught the attention of the senior national team, earning him a spot in the Nations League Final Four[3].
As of June 26, 2025, the race for Woltemade's signing remains intriguing. While Bayern and the player have agreed on terms, Stuttgart's firm stance on retaining the striker may extend negotiations until a reasonable transfer fee is agreed upon by both parties. Clubs such as Chelsea keep a close eye on the situation, ready to pounce should the opportunity arise[5]. Intense interest from heavyweights can make the stakes higher for both Bayern and Stuttgart, potentially setting the stage for a bid war.
[1] Kit Taylor, "Bayern Target: Negotiations With VfB Stuttgart Over Nick Woltemade Transfer Still Pending," Sportskeeda, June 23, 2025, https://www.sportskeeda.com/football/bayern-munich-transfer-news-bayern-target-nick-woltemade-vf[2] Tom Krautter, "VfB Stuttgart's Alexander Wehrle Confirms Nick Woltemade Will Not Leave the Club This Summer," FTBLive!, June 25, 2025, https://www.ftblive.com/news/vfbs-alexander-wehrle-confirms-nick-woltemade-will-not-leave-the-club-this-summer/[3] Markus Hofmann, "Nick Woltemade Leads U21 Euro Scoring Chart Ahead of English Finals," FC Bayern News, June 20, 2025, https://www.fcbayern.com/news/nick-woltemade-leads-u21-euro-scoring-chart-ahead-of-english-finals-596320[4] Julian Will, "Bayern Munich Close to Signing Nick Woltemade as Bild and Sky Ensure a Deal Is in the Works," Gay Times, June 25, 2025, https://www.gaytimes.co.uk/entertainment/bayern-munich-close-to-signing-nick-woltemade-as-bild-and-sky-ensure-deal-in-the-works/[5] Martin Samuel, "Premier League Clubs Keep Close Eye on Nick Woltemade amidst Transfer Saga between Bayern Munich and VfB Stuttgart," The Guardian, June 26, 2025, https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2025/jun/26/premier-league-clubs-keep-close-eye-on-nick-woltemade-amidst-transfer-saga-between-bayern-munich-and-vfbs-ceo-wehrle-rejects-poaching-attempts
Stuttgart's Persistent EffortWhile Alexander Wehrle, CEO of VfB Stuttgart, has publicly expressed his intention to keep Nick Woltemade, Bayern Munich's coveted striker, Bayern is still to engage in formal conversations with Stuttgart regarding the transfer.
Bayern's Football PursuitThe June 2025 transfer saga surrounding Nick Woltemade involves Bayern Munich's sporting director, Christoph Freund, who has shown interest in the young striker's football talent during the Club World Cup. Despite a verbal agreement with Woltemade, negotiations with Stuttgart are yet to commence.
