Nick Woltemade Shines as Germany and Newcastle Benefit from Record Signing

October 14, 2025 – German striker Nick Woltemade continues to make waves following his €90 million transfer from Stuttgart to Newcastle United on August 30, 2025. The 23-year-old scored his fourth goal in five recent matches, leading Germany’s attack in a tense 1-0 World Cup qualifier victory over Northern Ireland at Windsor Park on Monday. His decisive header in the 31st minute, his first senior international goal, secured Germany’s top spot in Group A with nine points, while denting Northern Ireland’s qualification hopes.

Woltemade’s impact extends to Newcastle, where he has netted five goals since joining, including strikes against Arsenal, Nottingham Forest, and Union Saint-Gilloise. The towering 6-foot-6 forward, who rose from third-division loans to a standout 17-goal Bundesliga season with Stuttgart, has justified the club-record fee. His debut goal against Wolves marked Newcastle’s first Premier League win of the season, lifting them to ninth in the standings.

The transfer, initially targeted by Bayern Munich, saw Newcastle outmaneuver the Bundesliga giants with a lucrative offer. As Woltemade settles into English football, his early performances suggest he could be a cornerstone for both club and country in the seasons ahead.