Paul Merson claims Nick Woltemade has already proved his theory wrong at Newcastle United

Paul Merson acknowledged that he is taken aback by Nick Woltemade’s performance thus far at Newcastle United.

The German striker, who replaced the departing Alexander Isak and became Newcastle United’s most expensive acquisition ever at £69 million, came under intense pressure.

The 23-year-old has managed the pressure thus far. Nick Woltemade has scored six goals for the Magpies in all competitions, wowing Toon fans with his acrobatics and flicks.

Woltemade has rapidly adapted to living on Tyneside, so the cost is not an issue.

• Paul Merson, a former Arsenal forward who acknowledged he wasn’t sure how the 6′ 6″ forward would perform in black and white, has commended him for accomplishing precisely that.

  Nick Woltemade: Who is he? The “two-meter Messi-Musiala” Paul Merson didn’t think Nick Woltemade would be this excellent for Newcastle United, yet the team shattered the transfer record to buy him.

  During the summer transfer window, Woltemade appeared set to join Bayern Munich, but they were eventually unable to afford him.

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  Merson, who told Sportskeeda that he questioned whether he was truly worth the hoopla when his move to the Bundesliga giants failed to materialize, was perplexed as to why he did not sign for Bayern.

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• “So far, Nick Woltemade has also impressed me,” he remarked.

  “I often ask myself, ‘If they were so excellent, why didn’t Bayern Munich want them?’ when players join the Premier League. Woltemade, on the other hand, is demonstrating why Bayern truly wanted him to be their number nine.

  “Woltemade makes me think of Peter Crouch.” He can play with the ball and enjoys having it put into his feet, so he is more than just a target man.

  Every week, Woltemade will cause issues for other teams. It will be ideal for him if Newcastle’s midfield three can perform as well as they did last season.

  Paul Merson’s prediction for Manchester City vs. Newcastle United

  When Newcastle United plays Manchester City on Saturday, Woltemade will look to keep disproving Merson.

  With Woltemade having a great international break with Germany, he is anticipated to lead the line for Eddie Howe’s team. The big man will try to carry over his three goals from the previous two games into the match at St. James’ Park.

  Merson has made his prediction about the score ahead of that game. He has predicted a 1-1 draw with Pep Guardiola’s club and has backed the Magpies to earn a point.

  “I will be thinking that if Manchester City wins this game, they can challenge Arsenal if they keep all of their key players fit,” he stated.

  Even if Newcastle hasn’t played at their best at home this season, it’s still one of the league’s most difficult games. Eddie Howe’s team has a chance to win this game if they can play like they did against Liverpool!

  “Newcastle away is a tricky fixture right after the international break, which is why I think City will drop points in this one,” Merson continued.

  According to Merson’s forecast, the game at St. James’ Park from the previous season will be repeated. On that particular day, Anthony Gordon scored for Newcastle by converting a penalty in front of the Leazes End.

  As he looks to improve Newcastle United’s dismal record against Man City, Eddie Howe will have faith in his team’s ability to triumph.