Gündogan reflects on Klopp’s Germany approach and team unity | OneFootball

Ilkay Gündogan says Jürgen Klopp is seeking to restore a stronger team ethic with Germany as he begins his tenure.

According to Die Zeit, Gündogan feels the modern game has grown more individualistic, with social media elevating personal brands and individual success. He notes Klopp has placed repeated emphasis on togetherness and reconnecting the national side with its supporters.

The midfielder knows Klopp well, having played 117 games for him at Borussia Dortmund before joining Manchester City. He later faced Klopp regularly while working under Pep Guardiola.

Klopp has opened his reign with an unusually large squad, calling up 44 players split into two groups as he searches for the right blend for upcoming challenges.

For Gündogan, that approach could signify more than tactics, pointing to a shift in how the team presents itself, with greater collective spirit and less focus on individuals.

Klopp’s early matches have already drawn significant attention in Germany, with his communication and methods becoming almost as prominent a talking point as the football.

Source: BuLi News

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