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4w ago

Andrich Warns Limited Playing Time Could Cost Him 2026 World Cup Spot

Shelving transfer talks under new coach Erik ten Hag, he says only regular Bundesliga starts will secure his place in Julian Nagelsmann’s plans.

Andrich (l.) im Duell mit dem Dortmunder Waldemar Anton
Darf er bald wieder mit Musiala und Co. im deutschen Trikot auflaufen? Rober Andrich (M.)
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Overview

  • Robert Andrich cautions that without consistent match minutes he cannot remain a German internation­al and risks missing the 2026 World Cup.
  • Under Xabi Alonso last season he started only 19 of 32 matchday squads and was an unused substitute nine times, driving his market value down from €17 million to €9 million.
  • He paused April transfer explorations after Erik ten Hag’s appointment at Leverkusen but still struggles to lock down regular starts.
  • The 30-year-old has held ongoing discussions with national coach Julian Nagelsmann, who agrees that increased club involvement is essential for his DFB selection.
  • Andrich faces fierce competition for the double-pivot role from established stars like Granit Xhaka and Leon Goretzka as well as emerging talents including Tom Bischof and Angelo Stiller.