Eddie Howe is reportedly eager to block Nick Woltemade from leaving Newcastle United in the summer transfer window amid his desire to return to the Bundesliga.
According to a report by Football Insider, Nick Woltemade faces an uncertain future at Newcastle United heading into the summer transfer window. Recent updates have suggested that the German striker is ready to end his misery at the Tyneside club by returning to the Bundesliga in the summer transfer window.
Reports have also suggested that Woltemade is open to joining Bayern Munich in the summer transfer window or returning to VfB Stuttgart after only one season with Newcastle United. However, Eddie Howe has no interest in sanctioning the Bremen-born striker’s departure in the summer transfer window.
How has Nick Woltemade fared at Newcastle United?
Nick Woltemade has endured a topsy-turvy ride since joining Newcastle United from VfB Stuttgart in a deal worth £69 million last summer. While the 24-year-old was hot off the blocks at St. James’ Park, he has struggled in recent months, scoring only one goal in his last 16 outings across all competitions.
The German international has managed ten goals and four assists in 39 appearances across all competitions for Newcastle United thus far. However, Woltemade’s recent struggles have created widespread speculation surrounding his future. Despite the goalscoring woes, the player’s stock remains high, with recent reports linking him with a return to the Bundesliga.
Bundesliga return on the horizon?
Widespread reports linked Nick Woltemade with Bayern Munich last summer, but a deal did not materialise. The latest updates have suggested that the Bundesliga champions have retained their interest in the former VfB Stuttgart striker, which makes sense.
Harry Kane is on the wrong side of 30 and approaching the twilight of his career. So, Bayern Munich must plan for life after the veteran English striker, with Woltemade emerging as a viable target. Meanwhile, recent reports have claimed that the youngster is open to joining Bayern Munich.
The 24-year-old German international is also open to rejoining VfB Stuttgart if his frustrations at Newcastle United continue. However, Eddie Howe has no interest in sanctioning Woltemade’s departure in the summer transfer window, as the player remains in his plans for the foreseeable future.
