#germany-u-17

#germany-u-17

They are paying the consequences of the lack of leaders, players with good technique and confidence in the youngsters. In Italy, Lamine Yamal and Musiala would probably play in Serie B to gain experience. And that can't be.

Uar Bernard and Joshua Weru put up insane numbers at the International Pathway Program Pro Day. If Dallas wants to find upside in different places, these are the kind of prospects the front office should be watching.

The table is so tight that the title race and the fight to survive relegation looks like going to the wire, with teams battling for Europe still also looking over their shoulder at the relegation zone.

Lenny made a great impression in both games. He's a very good player. That was a small step forward. Now I hope he stays humble, keeps pushing and gets a few more appearances at Bayern.

Bayern Munich have taken a decisive step forward in recent days by formally expressing their interest in the player. The Bavarian giants have contacted the youngster's agency, 11Wins, which also represents Jamal Musiala, to communicate a 'concrete and formal interest' in the teenager. This strategic move places Bayern in pole position in the race for the midfielder, overtaking both Barcelona and Real Madrid.

"He brings a lot to the table, is carefree, has a playful wit. I'm always of the opinion that it should be based on performance - no matter if someone's 17, 18 or 25. It should also be based on character: Does he fit into the team? In that case, age doesn't matter."

Nagelsmann has decided on 9 guaranteed starters: Oliver Baumann in goal, Joshua Kimmich, Jonathan Tah, Nico Schlotterbeck, and David Raum in defense, Aleksandar Pavlović in midfield, and Florian Wirtz, Jamal Musiala, and Kai Havertz in attack.