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“I can hurt opponents” – Celtic’s Mika Baur explains what he can offer Germany

At a media session on Tuesday, Celtic midfielder Mika Baur reflected on his first Germany call-up and what he believes he can bring to Jürgen Klopp’s team.

Published: Tuesday, 29 September 2026 at 12:07 PM
“I can hurt opponents” – Celtic’s Mika Baur explains what he can offer Germany
Key Things to Know
  • Mika Baur earned his first Germany call-up in Jürgen Klopp's 25-man UEFA Nations League squad.
  • Germany faces Serbia on Thursday and Greece on Sunday.
  • Baur transferred to Scottish club Celtic from German side Paderborn last summer.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Celtic midfielder Mika Baur could make his international debut for Germany after being named in manager Jürgen Klopp's 25-man squad for upcoming UEFA Nations League matches against Serbia and Greece. Speaking to media on Tuesday, the 22-year-old expressed his ambition to earn playing time and admitted that his first senior international call-up came as a surprise.

Baur, who joined Scottish club Celtic from Paderborn last summer, stated he brings high work rate, physical tackling, and an ability to impact games with and without the ball. He also discussed his sporting family background as the son of German handball legend Markus Baur.

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