Sources: Newcastle summer priority could force out key star if deal is done

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(Credit: Imago, Manh Tung, Breaking Media) Tue 5 May 2026 18:00, UK Nick Woltemade is expected to push to leave Newcastle United this summer, with the club looking to add a new striker to the squad, sources have told Football Insider.Eddie Howe has made it clear that he wants a new frontman added to his group ahead of next season, and the Magpies’ PIF ownership are willing to make that happen. The former Stuttgart man is firmly out of favour with Howe at the moment, and Woltemade could take his Newcastle future into his own hands if a new addition to the frontline becomes a reality. 🔄 Newcastle Transfer Update 🔄 Breaking news on deals in progress, signings, departures, and contract news from the Newcastle United boardroom.

Woltemade at NewcastleStatsWoltemade at Stuttgart30 (21)Apps (Starts)28 (17)7 (6.39)Goals (xG)12 (10.4)0.37Goals per 900.670.64Shots on Target per 901.440.32Big Chances Missed per 900.6122.6%Conversion Rate24.5%Woltemade’s 2025-26 league stats compared to 2024-25 at Stuttgart, as per Fotmob.That has prompted serious speculation in recent weeks that the big German could already be on his way out of St James’ this summer, but it is clear that his future represents a difficult problem for Newcastle. Football Insider revealed earlier this week that Newcastle want to avoid a “huge loss” on Woltemade, but that is likely to mean they massively limit the number of clubs that could buy him as a result.They are reluctant to sanction a departure for the star unless they are able to recoup the majority of their £69m outlay, but that has already put off Bayern Munich, who had been long-term admirers.

Magpies approached over Nicolas Jackson dealFormer Manchester United chief scout Mick Brown told Football Insider last week that Newcastle have held talks with Nicolas Jackson’s agent, as he tries to drum up summer interest for his client. The Magpies have been heavily linked with a move for the Chelsea striker in recent weeks, with Bayern Munich confirming that they will not be taking up their option to buy him at the end of his loan spell.Brown suggested that Jackson’s agent has already been circulating his name around several top clubs, as he looks to engineer a permanent exit from Stamford Bridge ahead of next season.