Former Player, Executive Expect Nick Woltemade to Make Bayern Munich Switch Despite Stuttgart’s Firm Stance…
VfB Stuttgart’s breakout striker Nick Woltemade continues to dominate Bundesliga headlines as speculation over a high-profile transfer to Bayern Munich intensifies. While Stuttgart has repeatedly affirmed its intention to keep the 23-year-old star, former player and current executive Tim Steidten has publicly stated that he expects Woltemade to join the German champions—sooner rather than later.
“Nick is a top talent who has shown maturity, versatility, and a nose for goal,” Steidten told reporters earlier this week. “When a player like that starts to look toward the next step, and Bayern comes calling, it’s almost inevitable.”
Bayern Eyeing a Strategic Acquisition
Sources close to the Munich club suggest Bayern is keen on bolstering its attacking options following Jamal Musiala’s injury setback. The Bavarians view Woltemade as a long-term solution who can also contribute immediately. While there were initial plans to sign and loan him back to Stuttgart for another season, those have reportedly shifted due to the need for depth heading into the 2025–26 campaign.
Stuttgart Standing Firm
Despite mounting interest and informal valuation estimates hovering around €60–70 million, Stuttgart’s Sporting Director Fabian Wohlgemuth emphasized the club’s stance on the matter.
“There are no negotiations. Nick is under contract until 2028 and remains an essential part of our squad,” Wohlgemuth said in a press conference following the team’s first pre-season training session.
The Bundesliga runners-up are determined to keep their core intact after a successful season that culminated in a DFB-Pokal triumph and qualification for the UEFA Europa League. Woltemade, who scored 18 league goals last season, played a pivotal role in Stuttgart’s resurgence and is viewed as a symbol of their new era.
The Bigger Picture
Bayern Munich has a well-documented history of securing top domestic talent, often luring away key players from rivals. This transfer saga, however, could prove more complex. Stuttgart, revitalized both financially and competitively, may not be as willing to comply as other Bundesliga clubs have in the past.
Fans and analysts are now closely watching Woltemade’s next moves. Will he publicly push for the transfer, or will Stuttgart’s ambitious sporting project be enough to convince him to stay?
For now, Stuttgart’s message is clear: the club is not a selling side. Whether that message holds through the summer remains to be seen.
