Newcastle United have completed a stunning transfer by securing Nick Woltemade from VfB Stuttgart in a deal worth up to £79m million, according to Sky Sport. The agreement includes £75 million upfront plus £4 million in performance-related bonuses, marking one of the biggest signings of the summer window. Crucially, the move could pave the way for Alexander Isak to finally make his long-anticipated switch to Liverpool.
Woltemade had been one of the hottest properties in German football this summer. Bayern Munich were strongly linked with the forward, but Stuttgart’s steep demands pushed the Bundesliga champions to pursue a loan move for Nicolas Jackson of Chelsea instead. With Bayern stepping back, Newcastle swooped decisively, striking a rapid agreement with Stuttgart to bring Woltemade to St. James’ Park.
The 22-year-old forward’s rise has been meteoric. Just a year ago, he joined Stuttgart on a free transfer from Werder Bremen. Since then, he has developed into one of the Bundesliga’s brightest attacking talents, recording 12 goals and 2 assists in 28 league matches last season. His flair and technical ability earned him the nickname “Woltemessi” as well as a spot in the German national team. Now, he is set to test himself in the Premier League.
For Liverpool, the implications are clear. With Newcastle having secured Woltemade as their new attacking focal point, the door may finally be open for Alexander Isak to move to Anfield. The Swedish striker has long been admired by Liverpool’s hierarchy and new head coach Arne Slot, but Newcastle have so far resisted all approaches. Even with Woltemade’s arrival, the Magpies are expected to demand no less than £132 million to part ways with Isak.
As the Premier League transfer window enters its decisive final days, this development could trigger one of the biggest moves of the summer. Liverpool remain in need of a marquee forward to spearhead Slot’s era, and with Newcastle now better positioned to negotiate, all eyes will be on whether the Reds push ahead for Isak.
