Overview

• Oliver Baumann, 35, remains Germany’s starting goalkeeper while Marc-André ter Stegen is sidelined.
• Baumann told kicker he would step aside without complaint if Nagelsmann restores ter Stegen to the lineup.
• He criticized calls for a Manuel Neuer return as unhelpful for the national team, while praising Neuer’s long-term consistency.
• Ter Stegen is out following a back operation and, according to AFP, lost his starting role at Barcelona over the summer.
• Baumann said he hopes to be an option for the 2026 World Cup if ter Stegen is not ready in time and currently enjoys Nagelsmann’s trust.