Newcastle United have broken their transfer record with the signing of German striker Nick Woltemade from Stuttgart in a deal worth up to £69 million.
Nick Woltemade, 23, who stands at 6ft 6in (1.98m), has penned a six-year contract with the Magpies and will wear the number 27 shirt.
Woltemade’s arrival surpasses the £63m Newcastle paid for Alexander Isak back in 2022, making Woltemade the most expensive player in the club’s history.
Although the striker won’t be registered in time to feature against Leeds United on Saturday, expectations are high for him to make an immediate impact, especially with Isak’s future still uncertain.
The Sweden international has made it clear he wants a move to Liverpool, leaving a gap that Woltemade is set to fill.
Speaking after completing the move, Woltemade expressed his excitement about starting a new chapter in the Premier League.
“I’m really happy to be at this amazing club,” he said. “From the first contact, I felt like the club really wanted me and had big plans for me. It’s a big step in my life to leave Germany but everybody has welcomed me so well and it already feels like family.
“I have a really good feeling from speaking to the head coach that this is the right place for me to find my best level. I know the stadium from watching games on television, it looks amazing and I know the atmosphere is crazy. I’m really excited to play and start scoring goals here.”
Manager Eddie Howe was equally enthusiastic about the deal, praising the qualities Woltemade will bring to his squad. He said, “We’re delighted to get Nick’s signing over the line so quickly.”
“He fits the profile for exactly what we have been looking to add to our attacking options. He’s strong in a lot of areas, he has great technical ability and has proven himself to be a real threat in one of Europe’s top leagues, but he’s also still at an age where he has plenty of room to develop and grow here.”
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