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Everton-linked Woltemade ‘not thinking about future’ after Germany hat-trick
Nick Woltemade has said he is focused on this summer’s u-21 European Championship despite continued speculation around his future.
The Stuttgart striker has been linked with a wealth of clubs after a breakout campaign in Germany and enhanced his reputation with a hat-trick as the Germans beat Slovenia in their opening fixture of the u-21 Euros.
Everton are one of several sides who have been regularly linked with the 23-year-old, as the Toffees seek a centre-forward in the summer market.
Dominic Calvert-Lewin is expected to leave when his contract expires later this month, leaving David Moyes in need of competition for Beto in the final third.
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Speaking after his hat-trick on Thursday, Woltemade admitted it was expected that clubs would be monitoring his performances this summer. However, he said his full focus is on the tournament and having ‘fun’ with the national team.
"I think that's part of it. It wouldn't be optimal scouting if a club didn't have that on their radar right now. I'm not thinking about my future right now. I'm now with the U21 national team, I'm having a lot of fun, and I just scored three goals."
Alongside the Blues, Atletico Madrid, Inter Milan and Bayern Munich have been credited with interest in Woltemade. German journalist Julian Agardi has also revealed that Chelsea have made enquiries, as the West Londoners consider alternatives to Hugo Ekitike.
“Before the start of the U21 Chelsea approached Nick Woltemade,” the BILD journalist said, in comments published by The Football Faithful.
“The English club stated that they were closely monitoring the striker and were exploring the contractual situation. Talks between VfB and Woltemade’s side will begin next week. The topic: a salary increase.”
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2 Posted 13/06/2025 at 17:00:41
None starter for me.
3 Posted 13/06/2025 at 18:57:59
4 Posted 15/06/2025 at 13:47:59
Phonetically it should be Vol-te-ma-de with stress on the 'ma'. The 'ma' like 'ma' in marmite.It shouldn't be pronounced like 'made'.
This will be a useless post if he doesn't sign but there's nothing else going on these days!!
5 Posted 15/06/2025 at 13:56:57
"He reminds me a bit of Tor Andre Flo for those with good memories."
Maybe Moyes will quit if we don't sign this bloke then?
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1 Posted 13/06/2025 at 15:02:49
Woltemade is more technical and talented but less physical and dynamic. Probably do well in Spain or Italy – or at Bayern surrounded by pacey physical players.
Could be proved wrong, of course, but he reminds me a bit of Tor Andre Flo for those with good memories.