"I had a long phone call with him last week. He's doing well, which is the most important thing. I think the winter transfer window is never easy. I didn't say that he has to play for a top club - the most important thing is that he plays, regardless of whether it's an absolute top club or not."
"The situation is not easy, we have to see how healthy and fit he is. Marc is a very good goalkeeper and I trust him to find a good solution and get to play regularly. We'll see what happens."
Marc-André ter Stegen has been sidelined for months after a ruptured knee ligament and subsequent back surgery for chronic pain and is actively working on a comeback. The goalkeeper reportedly explored leaving FC Barcelona to gain match minutes ahead of the World Cup. Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann advised prioritizing regular playing time over club prestige and said he spoke with ter Stegen and expects him to find a solution. Nagelsmann will monitor ter Stegen's fitness and form in the coming months. Manuel Neuer's international retirement left ter Stegen positioned as Germany's prospective No.1, but injuries now threaten that role.
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