Overview
- Borussia Dortmund confirmed that Waldemar Anton has pulled out of the national team because of muscular problems and will remain with the club for treatment and rehabilitation.
- Bundestrainer Jürgen Klopp responded by naming RB Leipzig defender Ridle Baku as Anton’s replacement in the Germany squad.
- Anton had been a consistent starter for Dortmund under coach Niko Kovač this season, making his absence a notable loss for both club and country.
- The national team will assemble at the DFB partner facility in Herzogenaurach to prepare for two upcoming Nations League fixtures against Serbia and the Netherlands, with Klopp stressing deeper competition for places in the squad.
- Anton’s withdrawal changes Germany’s defensive options and gives Baku a chance to stake a claim while Dortmund manage Anton’s recovery and their own squad choices before the next club match.