Much criticism has been revolving around striker Kai Havertz and his inclusion in the side as many are calling for the Arsenal forward to be replaced by Niclas Fullkrug, who has been a positive reinforcement from the bench.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Ahead of the highly anticipated game, German manager Julian Nagelsmann has shut down all talk regarding the striker's position, stating \u2018Kai is an important player\u2019 in the team.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"He has a clear job in a lot of games, which goes hand in hand with the fact that he doesn't have many ball actions because he should create space for others. Internally, Kai is ranked significantly higher than in the public,\" said Nagelsmann to Sky Sports Germany.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Havertz scored and provided an assist in Germany\u2019s opening encounter against Scotland. Since then he has been unable to find the net in the remaining two Group Stage games. Niclas Fullkrug on the other hand was substituted onto the pitch against Switzerland and managed to score a late equaliser, sparking debate.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"He has a clear job in a lot of games, which goes hand in hand with the fact that he doesn't have many ball actions because he should create space for others. Internally, Kai is ranked significantly higher than in the public,\" said Nagelsmann to Sky Sports Germany.<\/p>\r\n\r\n