Robin Koch’s decision to join Eintracht Frankfurt on loan in the last window has paid off as he’s enjoyed an impressive start to this season.
The centre-back, who is still owned by Leeds United, has been one of the key players in helping the Bundesliga side have the best defensive record in the league. They have conceded only six goals from eight games.
According to Bild, the Leeds owned player is the German club’s ‘head of defence’ after playing a decisive role this season. They further add the 27-year-old has been ‘promoted to the team council’.
In September, Eintracht Frankfurt legend Charly Körbel had met Germany manager Julian Nagelsmann and had urged him to include Koch in the squad for October’s international break.
“Better take Robin Koch, you won’t go wrong,” he reportedly told Nagelsmann.
However, the former Bayern Munich manager didn’t call-up the 27-year-old, who’s last outing with the national team was in 2021.
His omission for the last two matches has not pleased Körbel, who has also explained why Nagelsmann must change his stance about the Leeds man.
“He hardly makes any mistakes in the game, has a good eye and top positioning. It’s not spectacular, but it’s incredibly safe, with this stability he holds everything together at the back,” Körbel explained.
“I didn’t understand that Robin wasn’t there on the trip to the USA, I would have taken him with me anyway. He deserves a chance in the national team, he doesn’t have to hide behind anyone. When I see the mistakes others make…”
Koch has already talked about his desire to represent Germany at the Euros next summer and Körbel has now sent a message to him.
“The European championship train hasn’t left for him yet, he has to keep hoping for his chance. He has to put Nagelsmann under pressure with strong performances, then a lot can happen,” he concluded.
