- Jurgen Klopp has dismissed social media claims that his Germany squad is ‘not white enough’, branding the comments as complete nonsense and idiocy.
- The criticisms were raised by far-right figures following Germany's shock defeat to Greece in Klopp's home debut as manager.
- Alternative for Germany deputy leader Kay Gottschalk posted side-by-side images contrasting Klopp's multicultural lineup with the all-white 1990 World Cup squad.
- The AfD party has been gaining momentum in recent German elections, including a recent victory in the state of Saxony-Anhalt.
- Klopp previously stated his desire to reclaim expressions of national pride and the German flag from far-right political groups.
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