"The decisive factor is that we have a core group of players, but can also see a few players who aren't part of the squad yet. I expect him to bring his youthful carefree spirit onto the field. He likes to play centrally, but we've also planned to use him on the right. I won't put any pressure on him to perform miracles, though."
"He has shown exceptional mental resilience. He came in and was completely dominant, handling one or two situations on the fly very well. Bayern is having a top-notch season both domestically and internationally; they embody a great attitude."
Germany's national team preparations for the 2026 World Cup intensify with friendlies against Switzerland and Ghana this month. Head coach Julian Nagelsmann announced two new squad additions: Bayern Munich's 18-year-old attacking midfielder Lennart Karl and 22-year-old goalkeeper Jonas Urbig. Nagelsmann confirmed the squad for these matches will closely resemble the World Cup roster, giving both players legitimate opportunities for summer selection. Karl recently became Bayern Munich's youngest player to score and assist in a Champions League match. Urbig has impressed as Bayern's number one following Manuel Neuer's injury. Nagelsmann praised Karl's youthful approach and Urbig's mental resilience, while acknowledging Bayern Munich's exceptional season influenced the selections.
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