Newcastle Manager: We Expect Woltemade to Shine at Juventus and Will Follow Him Closely

According to British media reports, Newcastle manager Jaisser attended a press conference and revealed details of his final conversation with Woltemade before approving the player's loan departure.

Woltemade joined Juventus on transfer deadline day. He had previously stressed that his departure was a decision based on his own playing style rather than transfer restrictions. Woltemade's exit coincided with Fernandes-Pardo joining from Lille for around £51 million, but the German manager made clear that the decision was based on his tactical plans for the first half of this season.

Jaisser said at the pre-match press conference: "I really, really appreciate Nick as a player, not only because of his ability on the pitch, but also because of his qualities as a person and off the field. We have always had honest conversations, and he decided to accept a new challenge. I hope he performs well at another top club, and we will follow him closely. I am really looking forward to seeing his performances, and I am optimistic that he will shine there. He will score many goals, but he is still our player, and we will stay in close contact."

Asked whether the decision was made to create space for other new signings, Jaisser said: "I cannot say this is a sign that the club is becoming a 'transfer-oriented club'. We have a clear philosophy about how we play and how we recruit players—young, talented players who fully fit our tactical style. We want to maintain tactical consistency, which gives me confidence about the future because this is the foundation of a clear direction. Not only on the pitch, but every department needs to improve. This is something special and one of the reasons I signed here."

Woltemade is expected to make his Juventus debut against AC Milan on Sunday evening, and Jaisser said he will watch the match: "This was a difficult decision. I really appreciate this player, and he has huge potential. But he decided to take the next step and get the playing time he deserves. I hope he can find the right fit he wants, and the kind of fit Juventus are looking for. I told him yesterday that I would pray for him. He deserves to play and perform well, and we will follow him closely."