Everton will likely have an opportunity to steal a march on Bayern Munich in the battle to sign 23-year-old German striker Nick Woltemade from VfB Stuttgart this summer.
According to an update by French journalist Sebastien Vidal, Nick Woltemade is the subject of interest from Everton. The Toffees are keen on reinforcing their offensive unit by signing a striker in the summer transfer window. So, the 23-year-old VfB Stuttgart centre-back has been on the Merseyside club’s radar for several weeks.
The Bremen native has also been a target for Bayern Munich, and recent reports suggested a move to the Allianz Arena was on the cards. However, the Bundesliga champions have “temporarily pulled out” of the battle, and Woltemade is back on the market. That has given the opportunity to hijack Bayern Munich’s move for the young striker.
Nick Woltemade and his career so far
Nick Woltemade has become one of the most promising attacking prospects in the Bundesliga since joining VfB Stuttgart from Werder Bremen last summer. The 23-year-old hit the ground running at the MHP Arena, as he contributed to 20 goals in 33 appearances across all competitions by finding the back of the net 17 times and providing three assists.
Meanwhile, Woltemade’s exploits helped him break into his national side, and the German international has piqued the attention of several well-known clubs with his progress in the last 12 months. Bayern Munich and Everton have been among the prospective suitors vying for his signature in the summer transfer window.
A man in demand
Recent reports have suggested that Nick Woltemade only wishes to join Bayern Munich amid his links with Premier League clubs. The Bundesliga champions need a top-notch backup and an eventual successor to Harry Kane, making Woltemade a viable target. However, the Bavarian giants have “temporarily pulled out” of the battle for the youngster’s signature.
As for Everton, the Toffees have already reinforced their offensive unit by signing a striker, with Thierno Barry arriving from Villarreal. However, they remain in the market for a centre-forward, with Woltemade a top target. Everton will now have the opportunity to steal a march on Bayern Munich after the German club’s decision.
With the 23-year-old German international back on the market, the Toffees have the chance to make their move. It will be interesting to see if Everton can turn Woltemade’s head and compel him to move to the Merseyside club in the summer transfer window.
