Newcastle United confirmed Nick Ultemade’s club record signature from Stuttgart on its official website this morning.
Newcastle confirmed in their statement that Woltemade is their new record signature, although they have not given a specific number.
Sky Sports claims in a report that Newcastle paid German International is £69 million.
In any case, it is clearly a significant purchase for the Magpie, and is signing this with the view that it will likely sell star striker Alexander Isaac.
Transfer talk to Liverpool continues to grow as deadline approaches, and the telegraph suggests that UK record moves will continue.
Nick Woltemade Newcastle Transfer has been officially confirmed
Speaking on the club’s official website, Woltemade said: “I’m so happy to be part of this amazing club, and from my initial contact I felt like the club really wanted me and had big plans.
“Leaving Germany is a huge step in my life, but everyone is so welcoming I already feel like a family. From talking to the head coach, this is the perfect place to find my best level.
“I know that the stadiums watch games on TV, and I know it looks amazing and the atmosphere is crazy.
What can Woltemade bring to Newcastle?
Read our Ultemaid player profile here as Christian Falk describes as a 23-year-old “a very unconventional player.”
The German journalist said Catch off side: “Despite his size, he is very strong on the ball. Unlike many tall strikers, Woltemade doesn’t stick to the penalty area.
“He is not fixed in any particular position and can be used as both the central front and wing.”