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Joshua Kimmich knows Jürgen Klopp has a lot to fix

Joshua Kimmich knows that Jürgen Klopp’s arrival alone will not fix Germany. The new national team coach needs his captain to help restore a team that has spent the better part of the last eight years trying to rediscover its…

By Hans Kloo · Bavarian Football Works

Published: Thursday, 24 September 2026 at 7:00 AM

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Captain Joshua Kimmich stated that Jürgen Klopp's arrival alone will not immediately fix Germany's issues.
Kimmich emphasized his responsibility as captain to help Germany reach its full potential under Klopp.
Germany has struggled with poor tournament results since the 2018 World Cup.

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Germany captain Joshua Kimmich acknowledged that new national team coach Jürgen Klopp faces a major challenge in restoring the side's identity. Speaking to RTL/Sky ahead of a Nations League fixture against the Netherlands, Kimmich emphasized his leadership duty to help guide the squad back to competing at its expected potential.

The captain's comments follow a series of tournament disappointments for Germany dating back to 2018, including group-stage exits at two World Cups and a quarterfinal loss at Euro 2024. Kimmich noted that his responsibility under Klopp extends beyond his individual performance on the pitch.

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Joshua Kimmich knows Jürgen Klopp has a lot to fix

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