Vitaly Janelt will play for Germany, included in Klopp's squad
Brentford midfielder Vitaly Janelt accepted a Germany call-up after Bosnia offered citizenship linked to his wife, Ines.
17.09.2026 15:45 — Ognen Dojcinovski
Vitaly Janelt, the 28-year-old Brentford midfielder, has formally committed to play for Germany at senior level after being named in the national squad for the upcoming UEFA Nations League fixtures. Until now Janelt had only represented Germany at youth level and had not yet received a senior cap.
Although eligible to switch to Bosnia and Herzegovina because of his family ties, Janelt declined an approach after Bosnian authorities initiated talks following a citizenship grant linked to his wife, Ines. The offer prompted public discussion over which country he would represent.
Klopp includes Janelt in Nations League roster
New Germany coach Jürgen Klopp has added Janelt to his list for the Nations League matches against the Netherlands, Greece and Serbia. Klopp's selection effectively ends the speculation over the midfielder's international future.
Janelt has been a regular figure in Brentford's midfield and brings experience from Germany's youth teams, but this call-up represents his first clear path to a senior debut for the national team. The inclusion signals Klopp's willingness to broaden his options in midfield.
The announcement on 17.09.2026 closes a chapter of public debate and starts a new phase for Janelt's international career, as he prepares to join the Germany squad for the forthcoming matches.
Photo: press material from the event
