According to Biography, Walter Mad was interviewed and talked about his feelings about joining Newcastle.

Waltermad said: "As a football player, I want to reach the highest level possible. After joining Newcastle, I will play in the best league in the world and be able to play in the Champions League. I am looking forward to my next step."

Waltermad also expressed his gratitude to Stuttgart, saying: "I am grateful for the support from the Stuttgart club in the past year, thanking me for the moments we have experienced together, and I do not ask everyone to understand this decision of my transfer this summer. But I am a professional player, and this is my profession. I have decided to take the next step I want and I am very much looking forward to this new beginning. I am still a fan of Stuttgart and I will watch every Stuttgart game as long as I have time."