“I spoke with Flick, Marc’s form has been outstanding,” says Nagelsmann as injured veteran returns to top spot.
In a move that’s sparked heavy debate across Germany, Julian Nagelsmann has confirmed Marc-André ter Stegen as the national team’s first-choice goalkeeper for the upcoming international fixtures, following direct communication with former manager Hansi Flick.
Despite spending 7–8 months sidelined with a serious knee injury and showing patchy form since returning, Ter Stegen has been backed by the current coaching setup. Nagelsmann stated:
> “Ter Stegen is our number one option. I spoke with Flick – he told me Marc’s form has been outstanding. We’re looking forward to having him back.”
The decision leaves fans and pundits divided, particularly after a season where Ter Stegen has faced criticism from Barcelona supporters and Barcelona reportedly offered Wojciech Szczęsny a one-year extension as backup — signaling concerns about Ter Stegen’s long-term sharpness.
Context:
Ter Stegen replaces Neuer as Germany’s starting keeper.
Flick’s influence still weighs heavily on Nagelsmann’s decisions.
Fans online have mocked the move, questioning the honesty of Flick’s praise.
As Germany gears up for the Euros, the spotlight will be firmly on Ter Stegen to justify the faith placed in him — and silence a growing wave of critics questioning whether his ti
me has truly passed.
