Nick Woltemade emphasizes preferred role ahead of Newcastle's season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 6:00 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
Nick Woltemade has communicated his preferred position to Newcastle United ahead of the upcoming season. Returning from World Cup duties, he expressed a desire to play in a two-striker system or just behind the main striker. Woltemade's performance had improved late last season while playing in a different setup than coach Eddie Howe's standard formation. With a mixed debut campaign, the decision on how to utilize Woltemade may influence Newcastle's tactical approach going into the new season.
- •Woltemade returned to preseason training on Monday.
- •He prefers playing in a two-striker formation or behind the striker.
- •The player performed better when given more freedom late last season.
- •Newcastle's attacking setup may change based on Woltemade's feedback.
- •He had a mixed first season since joining Newcastle.
- 6:00 PMYahoo Sports — Nick Woltemade Sends Clear Message to Eddie Howe Amid Newcastle’s Preseason
"Nick Woltemade has offered Newcastle United honchos a clear indication of where he believes he can be at his best, potentially forcing a rethink of the manager’s tactical approach that limited his impact for much of last season. The Germany international returned to preseason training on Monday after participating in the World Cup and he […]
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