Borussia Mönchengladbach have firmly rejected media reports suggesting that Newcastle United submitted a €12 million bid for goalkeeper Moritz Nicolas. Sporting director Rouven Schröder insisted the Bundesliga club have received no formal approach for their first-choice keeper, contradicting claims in the German press.
German publication Bild reported that the Premier League side had tabled a formal €12 million offer to secure the 28-year-old’s services. However, Schröder dismissed these suggestions entirely, telling Kicker: “We have not received any offer for Moritz Nicolas.”
The Gladbach sporting director emphasised that Nicolas remains central to their immediate plans, stating: “We are planning with Moritz 100 percent as our number one.” The goalkeeper is contracted to the Bundesliga club until 2029, further strengthening their position against potential suitors.
Long-term contract complicates any deal
Nicolas’s commitment to Borussia-Park, with a deal running until 2029, places the German side in a commanding position regarding any potential transfer negotiations. The 28-year-old has established himself as the club’s primary goalkeeper, making him a difficult target for prospective buyers to prise away.
Schröder’s public declaration suggests Gladbach are unwilling to entertain offers for their key players this summer unless faced with an irresistible proposal. The club’s firm stance indicates they view Nicolas as essential to their competitive ambitions in the Bundesliga.
Magpies must look elsewhere
Newcastle’s reported interest highlights ongoing efforts to strengthen their goalkeeping department, but Gladbach’s denial and uncompromising position present significant obstacles. With no bid formally acknowledged and the German club publicly committing to their keeper, the Magpies may need to redirect their attention to alternative targets.
Unless Gladbach’s position softens considerably or a substantially improved proposal materialises, Nicolas appears set to remain in Germany for the foreseeable future. This development leaves Newcastle to explore other options in the transfer market as they seek to bolster their squad.