Klopp has called up 44 players in two different groups ahead of facing the Netherlands, Serbia and two games against Greece.

The 19-year-old Augsburg defender accepted a call-up to Germany's U-21 squad for Euro qualifiers, which will trigger a one-time switch and end his international eligibility with the United States

Schalke midfielder Soufiane El-Faouzi has ended speculation regarding his international allegiance after being selected in Morocco's latest competitive squad. The 24-year-old was strongly tipped for a surprise call-up to Jurgen Klopp's new-look Germany setup,

Jürgen Klopp's first match at the helm of the German national team will be played in vintage threads, with Die Mannschaft donning a remake of the iconic adidas 1990 away jersey for their UEFA Nations League opener against the Netherlands this month.

Klopp, who was unveiled as the national side's new boss in July following a two-year break from the dugout after leaving Liverpool, has announced a 44-man split squad.

Hoffenheim goalkeeper Oliver Baumann has expressed his frustration at losing his role as Germany's number one, with both former national coach Julian Nagelsmann and new boss Jürgen Klopp in the firing line.

Jurgen Klopp has jumped to the defence of Liverpool playmaker Florian Wirtz, hitting back at the "experts" who have criticised the 23-year-old's recent performances. The Germany head coach insists that the focus should remain on Wirtz’s contribution to the team rather than individual statistics alone.