Overview

• Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann named Borussia Dortmund captain Nico Schlotterbeck to the latest national squad following his return from a meniscus tear that sidelined him since April.
• Dortmund coach Niko Kovac said he expects the defender’s minutes to be managed, arguing there is no need to play him twice for 90 minutes so soon after injury.
• Since his comeback, Schlotterbeck has gone the full distance in three Bundesliga matches and was used only for the final 20 minutes in the Champions League win over Bilbao.
• Pundits Markus Babbel and Peter Neururer called the recall premature, saying Germany could handle Luxembourg without immediately relying on the centre-back.
• Schlotterbeck welcomed the selection, calling it a sign of appreciation from Nagelsmann and saying he will approach the games as he normally would.