Overview
- Sporting director Christoph Freund said the World Cup will provide vital minutes for Mike and called it a very good platform for his growth.
- Head coach Vincent Kompany labeled the call-up part of the youngster’s first real steps and noted the value of competing with his age-group teammates.
- Mike made late substitute appearances in Bayern’s 4–0 wins over Werder Bremen in the Bundesliga and Club Brugge in the Champions League.
- Germany’s U17s defend their title in Qatar from November 3–27, opening Group G on November 4 against Colombia before facing North Korea on November 7 and El Salvador on November 10.
- Mike extended his deal in the summer as Bayern leaders pledged to bring him toward the senior squad, and media reports indicate a plan to offer a professional contract after his 18th birthday that could run to 2029.