Overview

• Stefan Effenberg recommended postponing the transfer until Harry Kane leaves to protect Woltemade’s development and World Cup prospects
• VfB Stuttgart has offered Woltemade a contract extension with improved terms to keep him under his existing deal through 2028
• Bayern Munich’s bids—reported at around €50 million plus bonuses—have been rebuffed as Stuttgart holds out for roughly €75 million
• Woltemade remains intent on a summer move and has already agreed personal terms with Bayern despite the stalled talks
• Bayern executives are now weighing alternative striker options such as Christopher Nkunku amid uncertainty over meeting Stuttgart’s valuation