Nagelsmann raves about Nmecha: World Cup starting XI for BVB star? | OneFootball

After a long injury layoff, Felix Nmecha has made an impressive return. The BVB star is shining at the Germany camp and has received high praise from national team coach Julian Nagelsmann.

Just a few weeks ago, it was still unclear whether Felix Nmecha would be fit in time at all. Now, the Borussia Dortmund midfielder is considered a serious candidate for Germany’s starting lineup at the 2026 World Cup.

The 25-year-old had been struggling with a torn lateral ligament in his knee until early May. At times, his participation in the tournament was even in doubt. But just in time for the DFB training camp in Herzogenaurach, Nmecha is once again showing strong form and earning points with head coach Julian Nagelsmann. In order to return to top form as quickly as possible after his injury, the Dortmund player put in extra work after the end of the Bundesliga season.

Immediately after the final league match, Nmecha traveled to the Algarve, where he worked individually on his fitness. The additional sessions are now paying off. Nagelsmann, in particular, is impressed. “Felix is a top player who has everything needed to one day become one of the best in the world in this position,” the national team coach said about the midfielder.

Kimmich raves about BVB star Nmecha

Nmecha is also highly regarded within the squad. Captain Joshua Kimmich praised his teammate’s qualities at a press conference: “Felix is one of the most talented guys we have in Germany. He is an exceptional player. It’s incredible how he trains and what kind of abilities he has.”

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In the battle for places in central midfield, Nmecha must hold his own against players such as Aleksandar Pavlović and Leon Goretzka. However, recent impressions according to Sky’s assessment favor the Dortmund man, who is said to have made a strong impression in the first training sessions.

Further clues about Nagelsmann’s plans could already come in the upcoming friendlies. On Sunday, Germany will face Finland, before the final warm-up match against the USA in Chicago is scheduled a week later. Their World Cup opener follows on June 14 against Curaçao. If Nmecha can maintain his current form, he should have a good chance of being in the starting lineup at the tournament in North America.

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