Overview

• Leroy Sané was left out of Germany’s roster for the opening World Cup qualifiers on September 4 in Bratislava against Slovakia and September 7 in Cologne against Northern Ireland.
• Julian Nagelsmann said the Süper Lig ranks slightly below the Bundesliga and that Sané must stand out more by delivering goals and assists, noting he has not met the expected output.
• Sané, a 29-year-old with around 70 caps, said he remains in continuous contact with the coach, accepts the call, and was told he is still in Germany’s plans.
• After moving from Bayern Munich to Galatasaray this summer, Sané is adjusting at his new club as Nagelsmann stresses he must prove himself through tangible contributions.
• Sané has started all three Süper Lig matches and recorded a goal and an assist in a 4–0 win over Kayserispor.