Overview

• VfB Stuttgart rejected multiple Bayern Munich bids for Nick Woltemade and confirmed the move is off for this window, with the striker under contract until 2028.
• Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann called the public wrangling over the deal damaging and said he had twice discussed Woltemade’s wishes and priorities with him.
• Nagelsmann warned that playing only about a quarter of available minutes would put Woltemade’s World Cup selection at risk, while noting staying at Stuttgart would be fine if he plays.
• VfB sporting director Christian Gentner praised Woltemade’s conduct and focus, saying the player is fully committed; he was initially benched in the DFB-Pokal for load management.
• The saga escalated as agent Danny Bachmann confirmed offers and aired figures via the press, with reports citing Stuttgart valuations up to €100 million and Bayern proposing a package just over €60 million.