The four-time world champions crashed out in the last 32 at the World Cup following a shock penalty shootout defeat to Paraguay.

Germany coach Nagelsmann leaves after World Cup exit, says DFB

The four-time world champions had never previously lost a shootout in the tournament, but that record was ended sensationally by the valiant South Americans, who defended manfully for 120 minutes before outstanding central defender Jose Canale hit the winning spot-kick in sudden death.

Curacao await Julian Nagelsmann’s team in Houston.

The 56-year-old has informed the club’s ownership of his shock decision to leave Anfield at the end of the season.