According to reports, Nelson Weiper is an alternative for Werder Bremen if the Downs deal fails.

The club-affiliated portal 'DeichStube' has mentioned German U21 national player Nelson Weiper from Mainz 05 as a potential target for Werder Bremen. The outlet mentioned that the 20-year-old is one of several striker candidates. 'DeichStube' also noted that Fraser Hornby of SV Darmstadt 98 is a topic of discussion, though a move is more likely for the summer due to cost. Weiper's contract with Mainz runs until June 2029, and he has made 13 appearances in the Bundesliga in the 2025/2026 season. In the summer of 2025, reports indicated that Mainz valued the striker at approximately €14 million.