Liverpool won the Premier League this season, pulling themselves back onto their perch.
Liverpool’s latest title has drawn them level with Manchester United as the most successful club in English top-flight history, and with a new era beginning under Arne Slot, the club is making serious moves to pull ahead for good.
Having lost vice-captain Trent Alexander-Arnold to Real Madrid, FSG are pushing to bolster the squad with high-potential reinforcements. The arrival of Jeremie Frimpong is a statement of intent, with Florian Wirtz also being closely pursued. Bournemouth’s Milos Kerkez is another name on the verge.
A Striker Is the Missing Piece
With Darwin Nunez reportedly planning to leave after a disappointing season — just seven goals under Slot’s system — and Diogo Jota again plagued by injuries, Liverpool are understandably hunting for a new striker.
Alexander Isak is off the market following Newcastle’s Champions League qualification, and Hugo Ekitike is too expensive at €100m. While Luis Diaz has been retained despite interest from Barcelona, his role remains that of a winger, often competing with Cody Gakpo on the left.
The need for a dedicated number nine is clear.
Liverpool’s Surprise Move for Nick Woltemade
According to Caught Offside, Liverpool have made an official approach for Stuttgart’s Nick Woltemade, a 6ft 6in forward who’s enjoying a breakthrough campaign. The 23-year-old scored 17 goals and provided 3 assists across 33 matches and played a vital role in Stuttgart’s DFB-Pokal triumph, scoring in five rounds of the competition.
Valued at €50m (£43m), he offers a more affordable option compared to the likes of Ekitike and Isak, while still boasting serious potential.
What Makes Woltemade Special?
Despite his towering frame, Woltemade is not just a traditional target man. His numbers suggest a unique hybrid:
• 8 big chances created in the Bundesliga
• 1.1 dribbles and 4.4 successful duels per game
• Started just 17 times, yet made a serious impact
According to FBref, this season he ranked in the:
• Top 11% of centre-forwards for passes attempted
• Top 3% for shot-creating actions
• Top 4% for successful take-ons
• Top 1% for touches in the attacking penalty area
He’s already drawing stylistic comparisons to both Isak and Ekitike — blending the physicality of a classic No. 9 with the technical finesse of the modern forward.
An Ideal Fit for Slot’s Vision?
Arne Slot’s dynamic, attacking approach demands forwards who can press, link play, and break lines — and Woltemade’s profile is tailor-made for this system. As talent scout Antonio Mango puts it, he’s an “exceptional” goalscorer with a taste for silverware and a hunger to improve.
Given his price, versatility, and upward trajectory, Nick Woltemade could be the low-risk, high-reward striker Liverpool have been crying out for. In a market where proven stars are increasingly unaffordable, he represents the type of strategic, forward-thinking signing FSG have been known for.