A ‘gigantic signal’ for Uli Hoeness: Nagelsmann is thinking about Kroos’ comeback

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Will Toni Kroos return to the national team? It is a question that the German football nation is currently asking itself. At least since DFB coach Julian Nagelsmann (36) described a return of Kroos as an “interesting thought” in the ZDF studio.

According to information from Bild, a comeback to the DFB is no longer a far-fetched idea for Kroos himself. The 33-year-old last played at the 2021 European Championship in the round of 16 against England (0-2) before announcing his immediate resignation.

Legendary status in Madrid

Since then, he has devoted himself entirely to Real Madrid, where he has been in charge of midfield since 2014. And with his calm playing style, precise crosses and steep, deep passes, he has contributed much to the resurrection of Spain’s record champions in European football – with five Champions League titles in nine years. He already enjoys legendary status with the Royals.

Accordingly, the idea of ​​seeing Kroos in the national jersey again gives fans hope for new stability and fresh impetus in the crisis-ridden DFB team.

Former teammate expresses doubts about DFB’s comeback

Lukas Podolski (38), who played with Kroos in the 2014 world champion team, has a mixed opinion: “From a sporting point of view he would certainly have the quality. But is he a man who inspires the team? Whether he is the man we need to completely change the euro is just another question. Toni Kross is someone who is a bit quieter,” he said in the Sport1 one-two.

Ex-professional Mario Basler (55) added in the discussion: “He is not doing himself any favors with this. If he fails at the European Championships at home, he could damage his great career.” Plus, it would be a shame if a 33-year-old was brought back again.

Manager legend Uli Hoeness (71) is completely against the return of the Real player. A return of Kroos to the DFB team would be “quite a Titanic signal,” Hoeness said on “ServusTV”. Two years ago, Bayern’s honorary chairman had already slandered in a one-two punch: “Toni Kroos no longer fits in this football.” Kroos responded at the time: “Uli Hoeness is a man with a lot of football knowledge, little interest in polemics and is completely at peace with himself. Just like his greenkeeper.”

Whether Kroos will actually prove himself again in the DFB will become clear during the next DFB meeting in March – three months before the home European Championship.

Source : Blick