Overview

• VfB Stuttgart has rejected Bayern’s two offers of €50 million plus €5 million in bonuses, maintaining a firm €65 million valuation before starting negotiations.
• Woltemade and Bayern agreed on personal contract terms running through 2030, but that accord remains moot without a transfer fee agreement.
• Woltemade has formally reiterated his desire to join Bayern, pressing Stuttgart leadership for serious talks.
• Manchester United and Newcastle United have signalled unconfirmed interest in the German international, potentially reshaping the bidding landscape with Premier League finances.
• Bayern’s diplomatic approach now hinges on Stuttgart’s willingness to engage, with a Supercup deadline of August 16 looming over final decisions.