VfB Stuttgart CEO Alexander Wehrle has effectively ruled out a transfer for Nick Woltemade to Bayern Munich, unless the German champions make an extraordinary offer. Wehrle emphasized that Stuttgart plans to keep Woltemade and doesn’t want to sell him short. This stance comes amid ongoing negotiations between the two clubs, with Bayern Munich having already agreed on personal terms with Woltemade.

Transfer Negotiations:

– Bayern Munich’s Offers: Bayern Munich has made multiple offers for Woltemade, including a €60 million bid, which was rejected by Stuttgart. The club had previously offered €50 million plus €5 million in bonuses, but Stuttgart deemed it insufficient.
– Stuttgart’s Valuation: Stuttgart values Woltemade at around €75 million, while Bayern Munich is unwilling to meet this demand. The club initially acquired Woltemade on a free transfer from Werder Bremen, which might contribute to the differing valuations.
– Woltemade’s Desire: Woltemade has expressed his desire to join Bayern Munich and has reached a verbal agreement with the club. His agent, Danny Bachmann, has criticized Stuttgart’s negotiation stance, suggesting that the club’s demands are unreasonable ¹ ² ³.

Current Status:

– Deadline: Stuttgart’s CEO, Alexander Wehrle, has set a deadline for Bayern Munich to make an extraordinary offer before their Supercup match on Saturday. If no offer is made, Woltemade will likely remain at VfB Stuttgart.
– Negotiations: Despite the challenges, both clubs are expected to continue negotiations. Bayern Munich’s sporting director, Max Eberl, has indicated that the matter might not be entirely off the table, suggesting that the club could revisit their offer ⁴ ².

Implications:

– Woltemade’s Future: The outcome of these negotiations will determine Woltemade’s future, with significant implications for both VfB Stuttgart and Bayern Munich. If Stuttgart maintains its stance, Woltemade might have to reconsider his plans or wait for another opportunity.
– Transfer Market: This transfer saga highlights the complexities and challenges of negotiations in the football transfer market. The differing valuations and expectations between the two clubs have created a stalemate, which might be resolved only with a significant increase in Bayern’s offer ².