Fullkrug in the national team: Werder's revival overcomes West's errors

In Werder Bremen's press room, Niclas Fullkrug, freshly recalled to the national team, recalls the difficulties experienced over the two-year period between the Premier League and Serie A, particularly at WEST HAM and at MILAN, but states that he hasn't forgotten how to play football.

The German striker has returned to the national team after more than a year, thanks to head coach Jurgen Klopp, for the last two fixtures of the UEFA Nations League group stage against Serbia and the Netherlands.

His recall rewards the thirteen goals scored in eleven matches for Werder, with an average of one goal every sixty-four minutes.

Fullkrug spoke at a press conference about his situation, mentioning the unlucky two-year spell at WEST HAM for a year and a half and at MILAN on loan for six months.

"I am thrilled to be back, it's a recognition for the work you do and for how you perform with your club," the striker said.

At thirty-three, Fullkrug emphasized that age is a fact, but he does not see it as an obstacle, having discussed the situation with the head coach and noting that the focus is now on youth development.

During his time at WEST HAM he scored only three goals in twenty-nine appearances, while at MILAN he made twenty appearances and scored just one goal.

He explained that he was never unhappy abroad, that he took away positive memories, but struggled to stay fit, admitting that he hadn't forgotten how to play football during that period.

At Werder Bremen, on the contrary, his teammates involve him actively in the attacking play, unlike the two previous clubs, and the player's return was celebrated by the coach.