Source: SKY_Sports
Martins welcomes Wolfsburg link
Newcastle United striker Obafemi Martins has revealed that he would be interested in securing a move to Wolfsburg.
The reigning Bundesliga champions have been looking to bolster their attacking options all summer, feeling they rely too heavily on first-choice pairing Grafite and Edin Dzeko.
Their efforts have so far been in vain, with Brazilian frontman Nilmar the latest to spurn their advances in favour of a switch to Villarreal.
Nigeria international Martins has now fallen under their radar, with the Newcastle ace keen to find a route out of St James' Park following the club's relegation to the Championship.
He is open to the idea of such a move, believing the German top-flight is now one of the most competitive in Europe.
Hopeful
"The Bundesliga is on the up and could soon become one of the best in the world, that's why I am keen on joining a side that has recently become champions of that division," Martins said in Wolfsburger Allgemeine Zeitung.
"I am hoping this transfer is going to be pushed through real soon."
While continuing to track potential targets such as Martins, Wolfsburg boss Armin Veh insists the club will continue to hold out for the right deal.
"We are under no pressure," he said.
"We are able to start the new season with Edin Dzeko and Grafite up front if we have to."
