Munich defender Rafinha deserves a call-up from
national team coach Joachim Low.
Philipp Lahm believes Bayern Munich team-mate Rafinha would
be a suitable candidate for the right-back position with
Germany's national side.
Head coach Joachim Low has tested a number of players at
right-back following Lahm's decision to retire from international
football after the 2014 World Cup, but he has yet to find the ideal
candidate.
Rafinha recently rejected an invitation from Brazil coach Dunga
and has applied for German citizenship, potentially making him
an option for Low.
And Lahm feels his team-mate deserves a chance.
"I don't know whether Low has been unable to find the ideal
right-back. It's only normal that he has tested a number of
options," Lahm told TZ.
"Rafinha? You are always an option for the national team when
you are a regular at Bayern and have proven your worth at the
highest level.
"He got called up for the Brazilian national team the other day
for a reason ... He has proven his worth over a number of years.
"What he has done at Bayern over the past few years has been
amazing. He is very valuable to the team on the pitch and is a
great guy on top of that.
"Why should he not be an option? There is still plenty of time
until the Euros. The coach will find the right solution."
The 30-year-old has represented Brazil twice at senior level, but
only played for the Seleccao in friendlies.
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