VfB's training match kicks off with Woltemade as the starter
In the picturesque setting of Tegernsee, Stuttgart's training camp played host to an engaging preseason encounter against FC Toulouse. The match, which consisted of four 45-minute halves and two extra periods of 15 minutes each, concluded with a resounding 6-0 victory for the German side.
The scoring spree began early, with Deniz Undav netting a goal in the 10th minute, followed by Chris Fuhrich's strike in the 33rd minute, assisted by Woltemade and Undav. The first half ended with Stuttgart leading comfortably at 2-0.
In the second half, Jeff Chabot extended Stuttgart's lead with a goal in the 60th minute. The goals continued to flow, with Lazar Jovanovic scoring in the 111th minute and Ermedin Demirovic netting two, one in the 106th minute and another in the 120th minute, to seal a comprehensive win for Sebastian Hoeneß's side.
Nick Woltemade, who started the match as striker, was involved in a goal-scoring combination with Undav but did not find the back of the net himself. Woltemade's first appearance in the preseason for Stuttgart came amidst an ongoing transfer saga, with the player's future at the club uncertain.
Despite Bayern Munich submitting an initial offer of €40 million plus €5 million in add-ons, Stuttgart's management has firmly refused to negotiate, expressing strong determination to keep Woltemade at the club. The player, however, is reportedly keen on the move, putting pressure on Stuttgart's management to initiate further discussions.
Amidst this stand-off, Stuttgart has consistently stated that they are planning with Woltemade for the coming season, a stance that has been unanimously supported by the supervisory board. As the 2025 summer transfer window progresses, the final outcome of the saga remains uncertain.
Regardless of the transfer speculation, Stuttgart can take heart from their impressive performance against FC Toulouse, which serves as a promising indicator for the upcoming season.
The impressive display against FC Toulouse, with Ermedin Demirovic scoring twice in the final minutes, reinforced Stuttgart's potential in European-leagues, particularly the Premier-league, should Woltemade remain with the team.
With Nick Woltemade's involvement in goal-scoring combinations during the preseason match, it is clear that his sports skills continue to be valuable for Stuttgart, regardless of the transfer speculation surrounding him.
