Klopp's initial 44-man Germany squad included no Schalke 04 players. However, according to Bild, Klopp did consider calling up Schalke 04 midfielder Sofyan Amrabat.

This was undoubtedly disappointing for the two strongest goalkeeping candidates Loris Karius (33) and Mathias Ginter (32). But they weren't the only players dreaming of a national team call-up...

Amrabat's "door to Klopp" closes before it opens

According to Bild, Amrabat (24) was also a prospect for the German national team. As Schalke 04's midfield engine, he has adapted well to the Bundesliga and earned recognition for his performances.

Klopp's team inquired with the player and Schalke 04 whether Amrabat would in principle be willing to accept a Germany call-up.

The reason was that Amrabat already played for Morocco in May of this year. However, since it was a friendly match, theoretically he could still change his international eligibility.

Bild learned that this midfielder, who was born and raised in Germany, genuinely wanted to play for the German national team.

But that won't happen now. Instead, this player—who recorded the second-highest average distance per match in the Bundesliga this season (12.9km per game)—will continue to represent Morocco during the upcoming international break.

He will also participate in Africa Cup of Nations qualifying, which means there will be no further opportunity for him to play for Germany in international matches.

With no place in Klopp's initial 44-man squad and given that Morocco is now one of the strongest national teams in world football, it's clear this is not a major loss for him.

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