Germany has selected Julian Nagelsmann as their manager, securing his services until July 2024.
The 36-year-old steps into the role previously held by Hansi Flick, who was dismissed due to a string of unfavorable outcomes, including a 4-1 loss to Japan in a recent friendly match.
Nagelsmann has been without a managerial position since his departure from Bayern Munich in March, where he spent less than two years at the helm.
Germany, the hosts of the upcoming European Championship finals slated for June 14 to July 14, 2024, are gearing up for the event under Nagelsmann's leadership.
Nagelsmann who is also known for his smart footballing brain Reflecting on his appointment, Nagelsmann expressed his enthusiasm for the challenge, especially given the rare opportunity of leading the team in their own country during a major tournament.
Nagelsmann's inaugural match as manager will be a friendly encounter against the United States in Connecticut on October 14, followed by a clash with Mexico in Philadelphia three days later.
One can observe that Nagelsmann faces the task of reigniting passion for the national team.
"Julian Nagelsmann was our top choice for the national coaching position from the outset," noted Rudi Voller, the sporting director of the German Football Association, emphasizing Nagelsmann's exceptional football acumen and his ability to inspire teams.
Nagelsmann is widely regarded as one of the most promising managerial talents in the sport. He assumed managerial responsibilities at Hoffenheim at the age of 28 before moving to RB Leipzig, guiding the team to the semi-finals of the Champions League.
Bayern Munich paid 25 million euros (£21.7 million) to release Nagelsmann from his contract with Leipzig in 2021. Initially signing a five-year deal, Nagelsmann enjoyed success, clinching the league title in his debut season along with two German Supercups. However, his tenure was cut short in March after a series of inconsistent league performances.
During the summer, Nagelsmann engaged in discussions with Chelsea and Tottenham regarding their managerial vacancies, but both clubs ultimately opted for other candidates.
Hansi Flick's dismissal earlier in the month marked the first time a Germany national team coach had been let go since the role was established in 1926. Flick managed just 12 wins in 25 matches since taking over from Joachim Low in August 2021.
Hansi Flick became the first-ever German national team
manager to be sacked after the list of poor performances
by his side since the WC.
Speculation arose about Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp potentially taking on the role following Flick's departure, but Klopp swiftly reaffirmed his commitment to the Premier League club.
In the interim, Rudi Voller, a former Germany striker, temporarily assumed control and guided the team to a 2-1 friendly victory over France three days after Flick's exit.
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