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Klinsmann springs Odonkor surprise

The German coach includes veteran defender Jens Nowotny in the 23-men squad

DNA Web Team

Updated : Sep 18, 2017, 03:51 PM IST

BERLIN: Germany manager Jurgen Klinsmann sprung two major surprises in his 23-man World Cup squad on Monday with uncapped midfielder David Odonkor and veteran defender Jens Nowotny included for next month’s finals.

Borussia Dortmund midfielder Odonkor has never been called up to the Germany squad but finds himself in the final World Cup party. Klinsmann said he hopes the 22-year-old can add some creativity in midfield after Bayern Munich star Sebastian Deisler was ruled out with a knee injury.

“Odonkor can give us something we are missing,” Klinsmann said. “We need something after (Sebastian) Deisler’s injury. He is quick, carefree and has a lot to offer. “ Odonkor, who has a Ghanaian father, was delighted to creep into the squad at the last minute.

“The national coach was watching young players all season and it is an honour to jump on board for the World Cup at the final moment,” said Odonkor.

Bayer Leverkusen defender Nowotny was the other shock inclusion as he had not played for the national team for two years.

The 32-year-old Nowotny won the last of his 45 caps at Euro 2004 but Klinsmann hopes he can bring some experience to a youthful defence.

“Jens Nowotny brings a lot of experience,” Klinsmann said. “We need different alternatives in central defence as (Christoph) Metzelder is still struggling with injury.”

Dortmund defender Metzelder is out for two weeks but is also included in the 23-man squad.

While there was delight for Odonkor and Nowotny there was heartache for Brazilian-born striker Kevin Kuranyi who paid the price for a poor season with Schalke 04.

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