Newcastle’s Nick Woltemade Addresses Rummenigge’s ‘Idiot’ Remark after €75m Transfer
Newcastle United striker Nick Woltemade recently addressed critical comments made by Bayern Munich’s Karl-Heinz Rummenigge after his high-profile transfer. Woltemade joined Newcastle from VfB Stuttgart for a record fee of €75 million on deadline day, which attracted mixed reactions.
Woltemade Responds to Rummenigge’s ‘Idiot’ Remark
In an interview with Bild am Sonntag, Woltemade commented on Rummenigge’s label of “idiots” regarding Newcastle’s hefty payment. The 23-year-old stated that he refrained from commenting initially but felt it was essential to clarify his stance.
- Rummenigge criticized Newcastle for the transfer fee paid for Woltemade.
- Woltemade acknowledged the media coverage surrounding his name and transfer fee.
- He expressed that he read Rummenigge’s full statement and found it not as dramatic as portrayed.
Record Transfer and Early Performance
Woltemade’s transfer from Stuttgart marked the largest sale in the club’s history. Since joining Newcastle, he has scored six goals in 14 appearances across all competitions. He reflected on the initial pressure he faced due to his transfer fee and the departure of Newcastle’s top striker, Alexander Isak.
- The forward faced scrutiny due to high expectations after his move.
- Despite the challenges, he has embraced his role and the city of Newcastle.
- Woltemade noted that transfer fees are perceived more casually in England compared to Germany.
As he continues to adapt to life in the Premier League, Woltemade remains optimistic about his future and the potential of the Newcastle squad. He emphasized that his teammates do not focus on transfer fees, allowing him to concentrate on his game.
