Kroos and Muller included in Germany squad for EURO 2024, Gnabry, Hummels, Goretzka left out

Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann has finalized his squad for the upcoming 2024 Euros, opting for a largely unchanged lineup despite late claims from Borussia Dortmund stars Mats Hummels and Julian Brandt. The duo, who have been instrumental in Dortmund’s journey to the Champions League final against Real Madrid, were left out in favor of the team that secured victories over France and the Netherlands in March.

Bayern Munich’s Leon Goretzka and Serge Gnabry were also notable omissions from the 27-man squad, which will be trimmed to 26 following the June friendlies against Ukraine and Greece. The decision to stick with the current squad comes after a disappointing 2023 campaign for Germany, which saw them struggle to find form under former coach Hansi Flick.

Nagelsmann’s squad includes new additions such as Dortmund defender Nico Schlotterbeck and Stuttgart goalkeeper Alex Nubel, while Leroy Sane makes a return after missing the March friendlies due to injury. The announcement, made in downtown Berlin, also confirmed the presence of World Cup winners Manuel Neuer, Thomas Mueller, and Toni Kroos.

Despite speculation over the final squad, the German FA had already revealed 18 members via social media, reducing the anticipation ahead of the tournament. Germany will kick off their Euros campaign against Scotland on June 14 in Munich, following a pre-tournament training camp in Blankenhai.

With a mix of experienced veterans and promising talents, Nagelsmann will be hoping to guide Germany to a successful campaign as they aim to improve on their recent tournament performances. The team’s preparations will include two friendlies against Ukraine and Greece before the highly anticipated Euros kick off.