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Newcastle United has approved Nick Woltemade's loan move to Juventus, according to Chronicle Live's Newcastle correspondent Lee Ryder. The player has arrived in Turin to complete the transfer formalities. The loan does not include a mandatory buyout clause, and Newcastle will receive a loan fee slightly below £4 million. Newcastle chose not to include a January recall clause, meaning Woltemade will not return until July next year even if the team faces a striker injury crisis. Woltemade joined Newcastle from Stuttgart last summer for a club-record £69 million but struggled under former manager Eddie Howe, who converted him from center-forward to deep-lying playmaker before benching him. New head coach Yaisler informed Woltemade he does not fit his tactical style. Woltemade also had opportunities to join RB Leipzig, Borussia Dortmund, and Galatasaray. Juventus manager Spalletti has told Woltemade he will allow him to play to his strengths and provide support in Serie A. Woltemade could potentially start in Sunday's key match against AC Milan.
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Hupu Football News — September 1st
According to Chronicle Live's Newcastle team reporter Lee Ryder, Newcastle United has approved Nick Walter Made's loan move to Juventus. The player has arrived in Turin and is currently completing the transfer procedures.
Loan Details
- The loan does not include a mandatory buyout clause.
- Newcastle will receive a loan fee slightly below £4 million.
- Newcastle chose not to include a January recall clause on deadline day, meaning Walter Made will not return until July next year, even if the team faces a striker injury crisis in the first half of the season.
Background
Walter Made joined Newcastle from Stuttgart last summer for a club-record transfer fee of £69 million. Just 12 months later, he may bid farewell to Tyneside.
- New manager Yaisler informed Walter Made that he does not fit his tactical style and ranks low in the striker pecking order.
- Although the player hoped to stay and fight for his place, the club accelerated plans for his departure over the weekend.
Decline at Newcastle
Walter Made's struggles at Newcastle date back to the middle of last season:
- Former manager Eddie Howe stopped using him as a center-forward, converting him into a deep-lying playmaker before relegating him to the bench.
- This change affected his performance at the World Cup: he made only one appearance for Germany and missed a penalty in a match against Paraguay. Germany was ultimately eliminated.
- Even after Howe left this summer and a new coach took over, the situation did not improve.
Transfer Competition
Chronicle Live understands that Walter Made also had opportunities to join Leipzig, Borussia Dortmund, and Galatasaray, but Juventus ultimately won the competition.
- If he performs well under Spalletti, Juventus will be in a favorable position for a permanent transfer.
- If Juventus directly buys him out in January, Walter Made will become a permanent player, and Juventus will free up a loan slot for other transactions.
Potential Debut
Spalletti has told Walter Made that he will let him play to his strengths and ensure he receives sufficient support in Serie A. Walter Made could potentially start directly in Sunday night's key match between Juventus and AC Milan at home.
Yaisler's Comments
When asked about Walter Made's departure, Yaisler told Chronicle Live on Saturday night:
"I am not a coach who engages with media rumors. Nick is part of the team, and we have a strong squad. With a few days left in the transfer window, we want to operate selectively."
Source: chroniclelive
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Juventus agrees £3.5 million loan for Newcastle's Nick Woltemade, no buyout clause