Woltemade deal falls through: Bayern fans mock Stuttgart’s opening defeat | OneFootball

While FC Bayern made a statement with a resounding 6-0 victory over RB Leipzig, VfB Stuttgart stumbled at the Bundesliga opener against Union Berlin. The Swabians’ defeat has prompted mocking comments from Bayern supporters – not least because of the failed transfer of Nick Woltemade.

For weeks, the negotiations over the national striker dragged on, with Bayern offering up to 60 million euros plus bonuses. But Stuttgart refused, closed the “Woltemade file,” and demonstratively stood up to the record champions with this decision. While VfB fans celebrated keeping their top scorer as a triumph, many Bayern supporters see it primarily as a missed opportunity.

Bayern Thrill, Stuttgart Lose – Fans React

The contrasts at the start of the season could hardly have been greater on the pitch: In Munich, Harry Kane delivered a hat-trick in the 6-0 win over Leipzig, with new signing Luis Díaz and ever-reliable Michael Olise also shining. VfB, on the other hand, lost 2-1 at 1. FC Union Berlin.

This sporting discrepancy did not go unnoticed online. “Made such a big spectacle about Woltemade, only to then lose to Union Berlin,” mocked one user on X. Another wrote sarcastically: “Yes dear Stuttgart fans, flew too close to the sun. Next year without European football, we’ll get Woltemade for half the price.”

Missed Opportunity or Proud Stance?

Many Bayern fans are convinced that Stuttgart missed a one-of-a-kind deal. “Woltemade is nowhere near worth 60 million euros at the moment, he’s just not there yet. I rate him, and he can reach that level, but right now, that’s the truth. Stuttgart turned this into a matter of vanity and wasted a golden opportunity to strengthen their squad… And the fans celebrated it,” reads another comment.

So one thing is clear: The failed Woltemade transfer continues to stir up plenty of emotions. While Stuttgart proudly points to its stance, there is schadenfreude in Munich – not just about the failed negotiations, but also about the Swabians’ poor start.

Whether VfB’s decision will pay off in the long run will largely depend on how Woltemade develops this season. But for Bayern fans, the first opportunity for mockery has already been served.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇩🇪 here.