« In this way, it is welcome to continue »
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For Leon Goretzka of FC Bayern, a return to the national team is currently not a problem. « I am not in contact with Julian, » said the midfielder before the 16 -second final at the Champions League near Bayer Leverkusen on Tuesday (9 p.m. / Amazon Prime) when he asked if he was in contact with the national coach Julian Nagelsmann.
“It is not a secret for anyone that I did each of my international matches with great pride and of course, I would also like to be there. But I’m not worried or no more thoughts now, ”said the international 57 times. « If Julian should call me, I’m going to take off, » said Goretzka. On Thursday, the German contingent will be announced for the quarter -final matches of the National League against Italy (March 20 and 23).
Compared to the national team, the 30 -year -old has now retaliated to the regular in Bayern. « I have always tried to stand, do my job and get on gas in training, » said Goretzka, who was considered a candidate for sales in summer. He was happy to be on the ground more often. « It is therefore welcome to continue. »
Goretzka said a thought to leave the club. « I was convinced that I could help the team. » He does not yet think of the future. “I don’t worry too much now. I also have another year and I think that in current weeks, we have so many things around the ears that there is no place for that anyway, « said Goretzka, whose contract takes place in Munich until 2026.
Bayern coach Vincent Kompany praised Goretzka’s resilience: « Leon’s story is positive for others and for the team, » said the Belgian. He continued to fight. “These are the players who get up again. We, the coaches, are still there when the boys give energy, « said Kompany.