Rüdiger considers Germany return after Klopp's new appointment
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 2:27 AM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
Antonio Rüdiger, Real Madrid defender, showcases a potential change of heart regarding his international career with Germany following Jürgen Klopp's appointment as the national team's head coach. Initially planning to retire after his disappointing exit from the World Cup in the round of 32, Rüdiger now expresses a desire to collaborate with Klopp. The defender, a respected figure in both the German squad and at Real Madrid, has recently extended his club contract until the summer of 2027. It remains to be seen if Klopp will call him up for the upcoming international break in September.
- •Rüdiger exited the World Cup with Germany in the round of 32.
- •He initially considered retiring from international football.
- •Jürgen Klopp's appointment has prompted Rüdiger to rethink his decision.
- •Rüdiger's Real Madrid contract has been extended until summer 2027.
- •A decision on Rüdiger's call-up could come for September's international break.
- 2:27 AMYahoo Sports — Rüdiger open to Germany return after Klopp appointment – report
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