In the current era, in which German professional footballers are trained in academies as children, Klostermann’s sporting switch to football later in his childhood is an unusual one. When Klostermann decided to play football in his teenage years, he went to Bochum. He fits perfectly with the Leipzig team, who thrive on team spirit and physique. Klostermann may not be the Germany player whom fans would miss most if Joachim Löw did without him at the Euros but his flexibility means he is likely to be high up on the squad list. The Germany backline has been uncertain for years and Klostermann’s chances of getting a place in the starting XI are increasing.

Source: The Guardian June 10, 2021 10:52 UTC