One player who has generated significant buzz and a predicted jump in status for FC 26 is Newcastle United’s towering German forward, Nick Woltemade. After a standout 2024/25 season at Stuttgart, which culminated in a summer move to the Premier League giants, the 23 year old is no longer a fringe prospect. Woltemade has quickly become a key figure for his new club scoring in his first 3 matches at St. James Park equaling the record by Alan Shearer, justifying the hype and securing a substantial rating increase in the latest game iteration.
Woltemade’s base card has seen one of the biggest leaps in the game. Having previously been rated 69, he has now made the jump to a Gold Rare card with an Overall Rating of 79. This significant upgrade is a direct reflection of his consistent performances, goal scoring output, and prominent role in helping Stuttgart win the DFB Pokal last year.
The 79 OVR card showcases a well rounded striker who excels in both clinical finishing and linking up play. His key statistics paint the picture of a true Target Forward archetype, but with enough technical quality to function as a versatile attacking midfielder (CAM). Woltemade’s card is built around his imposing 199cm (6′6″) frame. His 81 Strength and 84 Jumping will make him a dominant force in aerial battles, perfect for players who rely on crosses or set piece opportunities. Furthermore, his high Dribbling (79), bolstered by an 83 Dribbling sub stat and 80 Ball Control, suggests he’s more than just a big man being nicknamed “Woltemessi” in Germany.
He has the gamechanger and technical playstyle, with his roles being False 9+, Target Forward+ and Shadow Striker+(CAM) and he has 4 star skill moves and 3 star weak foot. It is recommended to use the hunter playstyle on him to boost his shooting and pace stats. These are his stats after using the playstyle.
He currently sells for only 700 coins, this is due to him not fitting with the in game meta. His pace even after all the boosts is just 73, with his acceleration being 70 and sprint speed 75. The only way he can be usable is if there an EVO for strikers rated below 80 that boost their pace and passing stats.
For players who prefer the long term project of Career Mode, Woltemade is one of the most exciting young strikers available. Reports suggest his Potential Rating sits at 84, meaning he can grow into a consistent, high level Premier League attacker. Given his physical traits, this high potential makes him a great buy for clubs looking for a young and cheap striker.
