Woltemade's closure intensifies - consultant approaches VfB's management team
The transfer saga between VfB Stuttgart and FC Bayern Munich is heating up, as the two clubs continue to negotiate the potential move of Nick Woltemade. Despite Bayern's strong interest and offer negotiations, Stuttgart has ruled out a summer 2025 transfer for Woltemade.
Stuttgart's CEO Alexander Wehrle and chairman have repeatedly stated that Woltemade will remain a Stuttgart player for the 2025/26 season, and the transfer is "closed" for now [2][3]. Bayern's reported offer of €60 million plus bonuses and a resale clause [3] was rejected by Stuttgart.
The main negotiation difference seems to revolve around the transfer fee and terms, with Stuttgart unwilling to let go of their key striker this summer. Woltemade has a contract with Stuttgart until June 2028, which strengthens their negotiating position [2].
The recent talks and statements may exacerbate the already tense situation in the Woltemade transfer saga. Several insiders and observers expect that Woltemade’s transfer to Bayern Munich remains likely but will be delayed until summer 2026 [4][5].
Regarding deadlines, this negotiation concluded before the 2025 Franz Beckenbauer Supercup match between Bayern Munich and Stuttgart, which served as a high-profile stage highlighting Woltemade’s value. The Supercup deadline effectively coincided with Stuttgart's definitive public stance to keep him this season [1][3].
Nick Woltemade's agent, Bachmann, has been vocal about the situation, accusing Stuttgart of obstructing Woltemade's potential transfer, which he believes is a significant opportunity for an ambitious German national player. Bachmann's latest offer for Woltemade is over €60 million, which he perceives as a fair deal [8]. However, Bachmann also criticised Stuttgart's demand of €75 million as an "unfounded and market-irrelevant request" from their supervisory board [9].
In summary:
- Stuttgart has closed the door on a 2025 transfer for Woltemade, insisting he will play the season with them.
- Negotiation differences are primarily about transfer fee and timing; Stuttgart rejected Bayern’s €60m+ offer.
- The Supercup deadline marked the end of immediate transfer talks.
- Both sides expect the transfer to occur eventually, likely in 2026.
This reflects a strategic delay rather than a cancellation of the transfer [2][3][4].
As the Supercup deadline approaches, an agreement in the Woltemade transfer saga seems improbable if the deadline holds. Both FC Bayern Munich and VfB Stuttgart remain significantly apart in their negotiations for Woltemade's transfer. If an agreement is not reached by the deadline, the deal is off.
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