Nagelsmann creates turmoil with Neuer's return, Nübel's sidelining ahead of Euros

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Nagelsmann creates turmoil with Neuer's return, Nübel's sidelining ahead of Euros
Summary

Internal conflict has surfaced within the German national team following Julian Nagelsmann's controversial decision to reinstate Manuel Neuer as the starting goalkeeper ahead of the World Cup. Sources allege that Nagelsmann acted without consultation, leading to significant tension and the near resignation of goalkeeping coach Andreas Kronenberg. Manuel Neuer's comeback reportedly involved demands to sidelined Alexander Nübel, creating further rifts. Following a successful season on loan at VfB Stuttgart, Nübel was unexpectedly dropped from the final squad ahead of the European Championship. The DFB has denied Neuer's influence over Nübel's exclusion, while Nübel has since transferred to Besiktas.

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  • Julian Nagelsmann reinstated Manuel Neuer without prior consultation.
  • Tension prompted goalkeeping coach Kronenberg to consider resigning.
  • Neuer's return allegedly included demands to exclude Alexander Nübel.
  • Nübel was dropped from the Euros squad despite a successful loan season.
  • The DFB denies Neuer's role in Nübel's exclusion.
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  • 11:30 PMYahoo SportsExplosive report says Julian Nagelsmann created drama, Manuel Neuer attempted to force Alexander Nübel off team
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This might have been the second straight World Cup with internal strife.

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