Toni Kroos' Return to the National Team: Tuchel's Humble Approach
Thomas Tuchel, the coach of Bayern Munich, keeps his distance from the buzz surrounding Toni Kroos' potential return to the German National team under young gun Julian Nagelsmann. With a chuckle, Tuchel declared, "I'm overjoyed that it's not my concern." The topic of the squad and player selection, he adds, should be solely Julian Nagelsmann's call. Tuchel acknowledges that stepping back from commentary on Kroos' comeback can help ease Nagelsmann's decision-making process, lessening the potential distractions swirling around the situation.
Recently, Germany's coach, Nagelsmann, hinted at the possibility of a Kroos return, describing it as an "interesting thought." Despite Nagelsmann's comments, the coach admitted he hasn't yet discussed the topic with the 33-year-old Kroos, who's had an impressive run with Real Madrid since joining in 2014. Kroos has contributed to four Champions League victories, as well as a title with Bayern in 2013.
Bild reports that Kroos has weighed the possibility of a home European Championship comeback. His initial retirement from the German team came after Germany's round-of-16 exit at the European Championship in 2021, marking the end of his 106-game international career. Loyal to his word, Kroos claimed his decision to retire was irreversible at the time.
As Kroos ponders a possible return, juniors aspiring to emulate his career could look to the Bundesliga champions or aim for a spot on the German National team. Nagelsmann will play a significant role in choosing the players representing their nation, and keeping a low profile around the subject may lighten the coach's decision-making burden.
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While press sources indicate Kroos' potential return to the German national team has been discussed, no definitive confirmation exists confirming a comeback. Sources also highlight potential replacements for Kroos, such as Joshua Kimmich and other players, showcasing the heightened competition for midfield spots on the German team.
