After Nagelsmann became the coach of the German team, the results of the German team did not improve significantly. This weekend, Nagelsmann was interviewed by the German television station ZDF, in which Nagelsmann talked about the prospects of the German team at next year's European Championships and the situation of the German team.
Julian Nagelsmann officially became the head coach of the German team in October this year and will lead the German team to next year's European Championship on home soil. In this interview, Nagelsmann talks about the positions of several players. Nagelsmann has said he will not try to play Havertz at left-back again, although Kimmich remains an option at right-back. At the same time, Nagelsmann talked about the possibility of Real Madrid midfielder Kroos returning to the German team, and the choice of the main goalkeeper position.
About next year's European Championships
Nagelsmann said: "Of course I know it's very difficult. This is an important and exciting task that we can accomplish successfully. Everybody together, the players, the coaching team. At my age, it's an honour to lead the team to the European Championship on home soil. As a coach, I won't have this experience again. ”
On the pressure of the European Cup
Nagelsmann said: "It's pressure, but it's completely normal in football. Everybody comes to judge your work every day, not just me, but the players. But I believe that when we start the opening game in Munich, we should be happy first and foremost, and consider it a special honour to play the European Championship in our own country. ”
Is Havertz's attempt at left-back over?
Nagelsmann said: "Yes, it's over, although it's not a failure. He played two good games. ”
In the last international game, Nagelsmann used Kai Havertz at left wing-back. Nagelsmann's decision has sparked a lot of discussion in Germany.
Neuer or Ter Stegen as the starting goalkeeper?
Nagelsmann said: "Both are very good goalkeepers. Luckily Ter Stegen is currently injured. Manuel Neuer has been doing well since his comeback. Ultimately, it's about the team's success. As a coach, it's my job to pick the best players. Both of them knew that. ”
On whether Kimmich will be an option at right-back
Nagelsmann said: "I never ruled out the possibility of that. In recent games, the idea has been to play in a back three in possession, which is not Kimmich's position. ”
Have Kimmich spoken to the possibility of playing at right-back?
Nagelsmann said: "Absolutely. ”
So does he like it?
Nagelsmann said: "Kimmich is dedicated to the team. ”
On the defense of the German team
"We've got to change the structure of the squad a little bit to be more of a defensive monster defensively," Nagelsmann said. The question has always been, how do you choose your starting eleven, how many of them are offensive players, how many defensive players should you have, and it's more about the quality of the players than the fame of the players. We'll make adjustments. We've learned from recent games. ”
On the possibility of Kroos returning to the German team?
Nagelsmann said: "Interesting idea. My job is to think about all the German players. Kroos is a fantastic player, he always says what he thinks very clearly and he is also a very successful player. You can talk to him about anything. ”
Have you discussed a return to Germany with him?
Nagelsmann said: "No, there is no detailed discussion. We're just talking about some of the usual things. ”
So is Kroos one of the options for Germany's squad for March?
Nagelsmann said: "I think the European Championships on home soil are very attractive for all German players. It's about him, his performance and other players. ”
Recently, Real Madrid defender Antonio Rudiger said he was trying every day to persuade Kroos to return to the German team.
Will Manuel Neuer start in the international game in March?
"If everything goes the way it is, then things will continue in this direction," Nagelsmann said. ”
Manuel Neuer is back after missing out for about a year due to injury, although he was not included in the last German squad. According to German media sources, Manuel Neuer will be included in the latest squad of the German team in March next year.
About criticism of yourself
"It's important that you have a certain understanding of where the criticism is coming from," Nagelsmann said. This comes from journalists, who do their job and generate clicks for the media they work for. Of course, there was also criticism from some fans who wanted to see a different German team than in the last few games. If you have such an understanding, then you can cope with these criticisms. I learned at Bayern that I don't read any news anymore. If you read it, you're going to mess things up a bit. I used to read newspaper news, but now I really don't read anymore. My sister called me and said, "Did you see what they said?" and I told her I didn't want to know. ”
After Flick's departure, Nagelsmann became the new coach of the German team. After taking charge of the German team, Nagelsmann's team has 1 win, 1 draw and 2 defeats.
About being fired by Bayern Munich
Nagelsmann said: "When you work for a big club, you know what you're facing, and it happens a lot. I didn't hit rock bottom after that. I try to reflect on what I did right and what wasn't. Of course I wasn't happy about the way I was fired. But that's how football works and I can't blame the club. Lost control of the locker room? I don't feel that way. Some things are not presented in a good way, such as ski holidays. ”
Has this been discussed again with the Bayern hierarchy?
Nagelsmann said: "I went to the stadium and met with the higher-ups, like Hoeness. We talked, but more about my work as a national team coach. We can still look each other in the eye and everything is fine. ”
Nagelsmann was abruptly sacked by Bayern Munich in March, and Tuchel became the new Bayern Munich boss while he was on holiday.
About the role of captain Gundogan
Nagelsmann said Gundogan will be more attacking in the future, a bit like his previous role at Manchester City, a number 10 or 8, with two real defensive midfielders behind him.
'The players give us the stability of a double midfield or a back four to give us more freedom in attack. ”