Werder Bremen witnessed an unexpected highlight on Thursday: former international and ex‑Werder striker Nick Woltemade showed up at the club's training session. The 24‑year‑old parked his white Mercedes at the Weserstadion, walked to the locker room and spent several hours on the training ground.

Why did Woltemade appear at training?

The visit came just days after Germany's disappointing World Cup exit. Born in Bremen, Woltemade spent 14 years at Werder before moving to Stuttgart in 2024. Now he uses his free time to stay fit at home and meet old teammates. He trained with the U19 co‑coaches and young talent Mika Strüder (18). His Instagram post reading “Home Sweet Home” with green‑white hearts underlines his bond with the club.

What does this mean for Werder?

Although a permanent return is unlikely – Woltemade will head back to England to rejoin Newcastle after his vacation – the event gives fans a morale boost. Werder currently sits 15th in the Bundesliga with 0 points and has yet to score (0 : 0). The club is fighting for every point, and a cameo by a familiar face can lift spirits. At the same time, Keke Topp remains sidelined, limiting attacking options.

What’s next for Woltemade?

After the brief stay in Bremen, Woltemade will return to his English club Newcastle, where he aims to compete for a first‑team spot in the upcoming season. His short stint in the World Cup knockout against Paraguay (4:5 i. E.) in the penalty shoot‑out remains a bitter memory, but training in Bremen shows he hasn’t forgotten his roots.

How do fans react?

Young supporters gathered around the former star, snapping photos of him in a relaxed outfit with Adiletten and white tennis socks. The scene quickly trended on social media, bringing a touch of nostalgia. For loyal Werder fans, the moment confirms that the bond between the club and its hometown stays strong, even as on‑field results currently fall short of expectations.