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Arsenal make ‘direct contact’ to sign Nick Woltemade

By on May 27, 2025

Arsenal have reportedly made ‘direct contact’ to sign VfB Stuttgart forward Nick Woltemade, as per Caught Offside.

After running his contract down with Werder Bremen, the 23-year-old decided to move to the MHP Arena for free last summer. Upon joining Die Roten, the forward has enjoyed a productive debut campaign, scoring 17 goals and registering three assists in 33 appearances in all competitions.

He has guided his team to win the DFB Pokal this term by scoring a goal against Arminia Bielefeld in the final. As a result, they have qualified for the Europa League despite finishing in mid-table in the Bundesliga.

After displaying his qualities for Stuttgart, the striker has been called up by Julian Nagelsmann to the Germany national team for the upcoming international fixtures.

Now, Caught Offside report that having been impressed by the forward’s performances this season, several clubs around Europe have expressed their interest in signing him.

Arsenal are one of them, and they have made ‘direct contact’ with Stuttgart to learn about the details of signing him. Along with the Gunners, Napoli, West Ham United, and Atletico Madrid are in this race as well.

Woltemade to Arsenal

Although the German side don’t want to lose him just yet with his existing deal set to run until 2028, they could be ready to sell him amid growing interest and are prepared to accept at least £38m.

Woltemade, standing at 6ft 6in tall, is technically sound, can link up the play, and is also efficient in finishing off his chances.

The North London club have started exploring options in the market to bolster the frontline and have been linked with a host of names ahead of the summer window.

Alexander Isak was previously named as a priority target, but Benjamin Sesko and Viktor Gyokeres have been heavily linked with a move to the Emirates Stadium recently.

Woltemade is a talented player and could be a shrewd acquisition for Arsenal with a view to the long-term future. Moreover, he would be a cheaper option than other targets.

However, he hasn’t proven his worth at the highest level yet, so there is a question mark whether he can guide Arsenal to achieve their lofty ambitions next season, should the German eventually join.