Woltemade set for Newcastle move: Eberl responds | OneFootball

Nick Woltemade is moving to Newcastle for a record sum, much to the annoyance of FC Bayern. Now, Max Eberl has found clear words about the development.

The national player's departure towards the Premier League is causing disillusionment for the German record champion. After the 3:2 away win in Augsburg, sporting director Max Eberl spoke about the spectacular deal: "I don't know if this was a strategic transfer or an act of desperation because Isak is going to Liverpool. What happens in the Premier League is not our business. The fact is: extraordinary sums were paid there - and it will continue this way."

He further added: "We are working on our own strategy - and that is to act economically sensible and still put together a team that is successful nationally and internationally. That's our job."

Even before the game, Christoph Freund and Vincent Kompany had commented on the topic. Sporting director Freund pointed out the differences between the leagues: "The Premier League has many arguments on its side, it is financially in a different league. But we as FC Bayern are also very good and know our role. We have to do our thing, we can't copy others." He had previously emphasized that the player ultimately decides his own path - even if intensive discussions were held.

"This is simply the financial reality"

Coach Vincent Kompany was also asked at the press conference about the ongoing player drain towards England. His answer was clear: "Money," said the Belgian with a laugh. Then he explained: "We got promoted with Burnley from the Championship and suddenly TV money flows in the amount of 100 million. You go from a budget of 25-30 million to 120-130 million - with that you compete with the top 6 of the Bundesliga. At Burnley, we were competitors of Frankfurt and Wolfsburg on the transfer market. Now Sunderland is buying from Leverkusen and competing with AC Milan. This is simply the financial reality."

Woltemade, who showed strong performances at VfB Stuttgart in the second half of last season, was considered an ideal addition to Harry Kane at FC Bayern - and as an option during Musiala's injury break. Despite an agreement with the player, the transfer fee and salary package probably made the difference in the end. For the Munich team, this is already the second lost desired player who has chosen the Premier League this summer. Previously, Florian Wirtz also decided against a move to Munich and for Liverpool.

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