Nagelsmann's DFB squad: Little change, big problems!

Nagelsmann's DFB squad: Little change, big problems!

Frankfurt am Main-The football world is looking forward to the latest developments in the squad of the German national team under the direction of national coach Julian Nagelsmann. A reduced selection was presented on the day of German unity, which raises more questions than it answered. Nagelsmann is rather reserved in his adjustments, which gives rise to speculation about the state of German football.

In a time when the national team on the international parquet is more than ever required, Nagelsmann has minimally changed the squad before the upcoming Nation League game against Bosnia-Herzegovina. Experienced players were appointed instead of new talents. So Janis Blaswich, 33, and Tim Kleindienst, 29, the injured André Ter Stegen and Niclas Füllkrug replace. This shows that the DFB coach is heavily on proven forces to ensure stability and familiarity in the team.

a reserved squad change

The nomination that feels like a homeopathic dose immediately asks the question of the perspectives of young talents in German football. Instead of fresh and developing players, Serge Gnabry was reactivated after a long absence, while the EM participant Maxi Beier was moved to the U21. This decision indicates that Nagelsmann was forced to use experienced players in view of the current injuries to key players such as Ter Stegen and Füllkrug, even if they are not necessarily considered a perspective player.

A central credo from Nagelsmann seems to be: "Don't just override too much." This is reflected in his prudent speech by Ter Stegen, which he already planned as a central player for the upcoming World Cup 2026. Nagelsmann not only pursues a conservative approach, but also the necessary continuity so as not to endanger the team spirit. Instead of risking new faces, he better relies on the old acquaintances and thus to a certain degree of familiarity.

an alarm sign for German football

The nomination of players like Blaswich, who recently was unable to convince at RB Salzburg, raises questions. It becomes clear that the width and quality of the players in German football, especially on the goalkeeper and storm position, leaves something to be desired. It is noteworthy that Nagelsmann prefers usual faces instead of promoting new talents. Instead, there are increasingly seasoned footballers such as Kevin Behrens (33) and Marvin Ducksch (30) who have experience, but are not perceived as the best options in performance.

This is also evident in the case of small service, which has talent, but does not represent the latest selection of players. The pressure to choose from the large number of qualified and development -capable players is enormous, and the current squad composition illustrates the problems with which the German team is confronted. The lack of emerging talents in key positions is an alarm sign that should stimulate those responsible for action. This could have long -term consequences for the future of German football.

The path that Nagelsmann takes, some may convince, but the challenge is to also use the potential of the younger generation in order to be able to survive in the international competition. It remains to be seen how the nominations and decisions will develop in the next few weeks and what effects they will have on the German national team. Further information on this topic can be read in a report on www.fr.de