Klopp leaves out Adeyemi: Weidenfeller has a theory
No place in Germany’s squad: Weidenfeller suspects defensive weaknesses are behind Adeyemi’s omission. Karim Adeyemi’s exclusion from the squad for the upcoming internationals against Serbia and...
Karim Adeyemi's exclusion from Germany's upcoming squads against Serbia and the Netherlands has stirred speculation. Former goalkeeper Roman Weidenfeller, speaking on Sky's "Triple – Der Hagedorn-Fußballtalk," suggests that the main reason is a lack of defensive work. While Adeyemi has shown reasonable attacking skills, particularly in his match against the Netherlands, Weidenfeller noticed issues with his defensive tracking back during the match against Greece.
Under Klopp's management, players have significant freedom to attack, but defensive transitions are crucial. As Weidenfeller posits, Adeyemi's hesitancy in this area may have led to his omission as a coaching warning. TV commentator Dietmar Hamann expressed surprise at the decision, emphasizing the rarity of players with Adeyemi's pace in the national team.
Additionally, Adeyemi's club form and subsequent reordering of the attacking lineup may have also influenced his exclusion.
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