Julian Nagelsmann has excluded Joshua Brenet from Germany's final 26-man roster for the 2026 World Cup, a decision that removes the Curaçao international from the immediate tournament picture.
The move comes as Germany prepares for their group-stage opener against Curaçao.
According to Bild, Nagelsmann is familiar with Brenet from previous encounters, but the defender will not feature in the squad for the tournament.
The exclusion highlights the German coach's focus on players who fit his immediate tactical plans for the group stage.
The decision shifts attention to Germany's broader squad dynamics as they approach the tournament, with Nagelsmann finalizing his selection ahead of the opening fixtures.