After Joshua Kimmich's departure, it was unclear who in the Germany team would take over the captain's armband against Serbia. However, Jürgen Klopp has now reportedly made a decision.
Almost exactly 10 years to the day after being thrown out of the DFB's Under-19s, Brentford's Vitaly Janelt is on the verge of his senior international debut. Will the 28-year-old also become the "glue" for Jürgen Klopp?
Mika Baur has admitted his astonishment at receiving a maiden Germany call-up just months after joining Celtic. The 22-year-old midfielder is now in line for a potential international debut under Jurgen Klopp as Die Mannschaft prepare for a high-stakes Nations League meeting with Serbia.
Jurgen Klopp has addressed the ongoing speculation surrounding Manchester City's financial breach allegations and the potential impact on his Liverpool legacy. The former Reds boss admitted he is aware of the situation but remains focused on his new role with the German national team.
The fact that Joshua Kimmich and Felix Nmecha did not yet function satisfactorily together in the first two internationals under Jürgen Klopp does not unsettle the new Germany coach at all.
Jurgen Klopp's start to life as Germany manager has hit another roadblock following the news that Nico Schlotterbeck will miss the rest of the current international break. The Borussia Dortmund defender was forced to withdraw from the squad after sustaining a significant injury during a final training session.
Toni Kroos has laughed off being left off Jurgen Klopp's mailing list as the new Germany boss contacted several former internationals for support. The Real Madrid legend joked that he will message the manager on WhatsApp to find out exactly why his inbox remained empty.
Spain coach Luis de la Fuente (65) believes Jürgen Klopp (59) is capable of leading the Germany national team back to the top of the world game. But he said it would require a great deal of patience. The World Cup and European Championship-winning coach also waxed lyrical about a midfield star in the DFB team.
During the World Cup debacle, Nathaniel Brown was one of the few bright spots for Germany, then he moved to Bayern Munich for €50 million. Now the 23-year-old left-back is experiencing his first setbacks.
Germany head coach Jürgen Klopp (59) is seeking support from former greats of the DFB team for his new direction. Toni Kroos (36), however, is not involved.
Germany sporting director Rudi Voller confirmed that Jurgen Klopp will abandon his massive 44-man selection in favour of a traditional, streamlined squad for November's international fixtures. The radical double-group approach was designed as a unique audition window, but the national team hierarchy has insisted normal service will soon resume.
Mario Basler pulled no punches in his assessment of Joshua Kimmich after Germany suffered an embarrassing 1-0 Nations League defeat against Greece in Augsburg. The outspoken former international argued that the Bayern Munich midfielder constantly slows down the tempo and insisted Jurgen Klopp must urgently rethink the captain's role in the national team.
Stefan Effenberg believes the euphoria surrounding the DFB team and Jürgen Klopp has already faded somewhat after the defeat against Greece. One thing in particular surprises the former Germany international.
Joshua Kimmich has demanded a swift tactical evolution from his teammates after Germany slumped to a disappointing 1-0 defeat against Greece in the UEFA Nations League. The result has left the national side searching for answers as they struggle to fully integrate the high-intensity philosophy introduced by new head coach Jurgen Klopp.
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