Who should Julian Nagelsmann start against Ghana — Kai Havertz, Nick Woltemade, or Deniz Undav?

BASEL, SWITZERLAND - MARCH 27: Nick Woltemade and Deniz Undav of Germany interact during the warm up prior to the international friendly match between Switzerland and Germany at St. Jakob-Park on March 27, 2026 in Basel, Switzerland. (Photo by Alex Grimm/Getty Images) | Getty Images Germany’s upcoming match against Ghana gives Julian Nagelsmann a fascinating selection dilemma up front.

Each of these three options offers something completely different stylistically, and the choice could say a lot about how Germany wants to approach the game. Let’s start with Kai Havertz. On paper, he’s still the most established name of the trio and arguably the most versatile.

Havertz thrives in fluid attacking systems, dropping into midfield, linking play, and creating space for wingers. If Nagelsmann wants control, positional interchange, and a more possession-heavy approach, Havertz feels like the safe and familiar option. The downside?

He’s not a traditional striker, and Germany has at times lacked a true focal point when he leads the line. Then there’s Deniz Undav, who might be the most “in-form striker” profile of the group. Undav brings penalty-box instincts, sharp movement, and a natural eye for goal.