Football

Fulham goalkeeper Leno has explained why he declined a call-up to the German national team

Fulham goalkeeper Bernd Leno has explained why he will not participate in the upcoming matches for the German national team.

The national squad is set to play two Nations League fixtures against Bosnia and Herzegovina and the Netherlands.

"I was told that I would be included in the squad but wouldn't get any playing time. Therefore, I made the decision to train in London. It is always a great honour for me to represent the national team, and that remains my goal," Leno stated, as quoted by Sky Sports.

This season, the goalkeeper has made seven appearances in the Premier League and has conceded eight goals.