"Until the final second…": Woltemade hoping for a Bayern fairytale ending | OneFootball

The failed transfer of Nick Woltemade to FC Bayern continues to occupy all parties involved. While those responsible at VfB Stuttgart have clearly ruled out the deal, the national player himself is keeping hope alive for a move to Munich until Deadline Day.

The message from Stuttgart’s club management was unambiguous recently. A transfer of Nick Woltemade this summer is not up for discussion, emphasized the VfB bosses. The striker is to remain a permanent part of coach Sebastian Hoeneß’s squad and is firmly included in plans for the new season.

Woltemade waits until the last second

But Woltemade himself has by no means given up on his dream of joining FC Bayern. “He will wait until the very last second of the transfer window for a move to FC Bayern,” explained Sky reporter Florian Plettenberg. As early as June, the 23-year-old had given the Munich club a verbal commitment to transfer in the summer.

Meanwhile, in the Bavarian capital, it appears that hopes for a last-minute transfer have been abandoned. Sporting director Max Eberl and his team have long been working on alternative solutions for the attack. Nevertheless, the final word in this matter may not yet have been spoken—especially if Bayern fail to sign another top striker before the deadline.

Bayern risks losing pole position

The outlook for next year is particularly intriguing. According to Sky, FCB risks losing its pole position in the Woltemade race if the striker is still under contract with VfB after September 2. “From that point on, everything is possible from the player’s perspective—including a move abroad after the World Cup,” said Plettenberg.

Although the attacker’s contract runs until 2028 and does not include a release clause, the situation could become even more complicated next summer. Should Woltemade have another strong season, Stuttgart is likely to further increase their transfer fee demands.

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