VfB maintains its conviction that Woltemade will persist in his position
In the world of German football, the transfer saga surrounding Nick Woltemade continues to unfold, with the midfielder's future still up in the air.
Currently, Woltemade is training with his VfB Stuttgart teammates at Lake Tegernsee, preparing for the new Bundesliga season. However, the ongoing negotiations between Stuttgart and Bayern Munich regarding his potential move to the Bavarian giants are facing time pressure.
Stuttgart has already rejected two offers from Bayern, the latest being €55 million. To bring Stuttgart back to the negotiating table, Bayern would reportedly need to increase their offer by about €10 million[1].
Despite expressing his desire to switch to Bayern Munich, Woltemade has been tight-lipped about the details of his discussions with the club. Meanwhile, Bayern has been quiet regarding further movement in the Woltemade case.
Uli Hoeneß and Max Eberl, both living at Lake Tegernsee, have not invited Woltemade for a personal meeting. Sporting director Fabian Wohlgemuth, however, stated that Woltemade is likely to be part of the VfB Stuttgart squad for the upcoming season.
Enzo Millot, a transfer candidate for Atlético Madrid, is also at Lake Tegernsee, but his situation is separate from Woltemade's. Millot was excused for the test against Celta Vigo on Saturday, and it appears he is being given time to make the right decision about his future.
The VfB Stuttgart still has about three weeks until the first competitive game of the new season. The DFB Cup winner will face Bayern Munich in the Supercup at home on August 16, a match that could potentially influence the outcome of Woltemade's transfer.
As the transfer deadline approaches, the demands of the two clubs remain far apart. Woltemade's fate remains uncertain, leaving fans of both Stuttgart and Bayern on the edge of their seats.
[1] Source: Bild
Woltemade's ardent wish to join Bayern Munich is yet to materialize, as Stuttgart remains adamant, refusing offers worth €55 million. With pressure mounting, Bayern may have to enhance their offer by approximately €10 million to rekindle negotiations.
The ongoing negotiations surrounding Woltemade's transfer also bring sports such as football and soccer into the limelight, as the future of this promising midfielder remains undecided.
