Nick Woltemade told to stay 'clear-headed' as Stuttgart team-mate gives verdict on striker's push for Bayern Munich transfer

German prodigy Woltemade is pushing hard for a move to Bayern, but Stuttgart are standing firm on their €65 million (£56m/$75m) valuation. After a stellar U21 Euro campaign, the striker reportedly reached a personal agreement with Bayern, who submitted two formal bids only to see both rejected. Stuttgart are refusing to negotiate unless their asking price is met, and despite Bayern pausing their pursuit for now, Woltemade is growing frustrated.

Woltemade’s breakout year has triggered major interest, but Stuttgart’s leadership remain defiant. With the DFL-Supercup - which is against Bayern - approaching, the club want their squad settled. Bayern’s reported refusal to submit a third bid signals a potential pause in the saga, but behind the scenes, pressure from Woltemade and his agent may force Stuttgart back to the table. A power play is unfolding, and the tug-of-war could shape both clubs’ summer windows.

Stuttgart forward Deniz Undav has publicly backed teammate Woltemade amid growing tension over a move to Bayern. With the young striker reportedly unsettled and eager to push through a transfer, Undav has stepped in to offer emotional and mental support during a turbulent period. “We all want to help him so he can stay clear-headed,” Undav told kicker. “It’s completely understandable that a player is concerned when FC Bayern calls.”

Undav revealed he had reached out to Woltemade privately ahead of pre-season camp, urging him to block out the noise and stay focused, saying: “Before the training camp, I wrote to him once or twice and told him not to read so much, not to look left and right, and not to worry about whether the fans still like him... He should just not worry too much and just give it his all. 

“He should never forget that we stand behind him, even if he leaves the club. We need him no less now than before, and in the future as well.”

Despite personal frustration and a muted training camp mood, Woltemade remains under contract with Stuttgart. Unless Bayern raise their offer to asking price, no progress is expected. For now, Stuttgart hold the upper hand, but if the striker’s mood worsens or Bayern reignite their push, this saga could explode again before the Supercup kicks off.