Germany head coach Julian Nagelsmann has firmly shut down any speculation about Jamal Musiala voluntarily missing the upcoming World Cup, emphasizing the Bayern Munich star remains a cornerstone of his plans. This comes after the 23-year-old attacker's recovery from a leg fracture faced minor complications, delaying his return to full fitness.

The discussion was ignited by former Germany and Bayern goalkeeper Oliver Kahn, who publicly suggested Musiala should consider skipping the tournament in North America this summer. Nagelsmann, however, left no room for debate in his recent comments. "If the doctors say there is no risk to his overall career, then there is absolutely nothing against taking part in the World Cup," the coach stated on the MagentaTV talk series *Bestbesetzung*.

Musiala's desire to compete is clear, as he has previously stressed his ambition to play on the world's biggest stage. His recent form for Bayern Munich underscores his immense value; just this week, he came off the bench to provide a clever back-heel assist in a thrilling 4-3 Champions League quarter-final victory over Real Madrid, helping send his club to the semi-finals.

While he missed Germany's recent warm-up matches due to ongoing symptoms and hasn't featured for the national team since March 2025, Nagelsmann's message is unequivocal: only a medical red flag will keep one of the world's most exciting young talents off the plane to the World Cup.