Julian Nagelsmann is saving Jamal Musiala for later so he could make the World Cup squad
The Germany coach is looking ahead
BERGAMO, ITALY - MARCH 10: Jamal Musiala of Bayern Monaco in action during the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Round of 16 First Leg match between Atalanta BC and FC Bayern München at Stadio di Bergamo on March 10, 2026 in Bergamo, Italy. (Photo by Image Photo Agency/Getty Images) | Getty Images Jamal Musiala has been slowly finding his feet again after his massive injury last year, only to suffer a setback (precautionary) because he was rushed back from another injury just before that. Die Mannschaft coach Julian Nagelsmann discussed the 23-year-old’s absence and what he plans to do with him.
“He showed a slight pain reaction in his ankle, which is normal. It’s a bit annoying for us and for Bayern because he was on a good path — and we would’ve liked to have him with us,” Nagelsmann said (as captured by X account @iMiaSanMia ). “As Vinnie said in his press conference, we both have the same interests.
Jamal should now get fit at Bayern first and play many games, so he can be an option for the World Cup squad. I decided against taking him and playing him for two minutes with pain. That brings us and Bayern nothing.
I’m in a very good exchange with Vinnie and we’re trying to decide the best for the player. ” Germany’s current crop of players is…not that great. There are some players ready to be the locked in starters in the future but there are glaring holes that still need to be addressed.