BREAKING! Nagelsmann has been asked to step down as Germany head coach

The German Football Association has advised Julian Nagelsmann to consider voluntarily resigning from his position as the national team's head coach.

Details: According to Florian Plettenberg, should the coach refuse to resign, the DFB is prepared to dismiss him from his post.

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At this moment, Nagelsmann remains in charge, but a final decision has yet to be made. Earlier today, the coach was given an opportunity to present his explanation to the DFB committee regarding the team's disappointing World Cup performance.

A decision on Nagelsmann's future is expected soon.

Reminder: Jürgen Klopp is the leading candidate to replace Nagelsmann as Germany's head coach.