German coach Joachim Loew insisted on Tuesday that he still considers out-of-favor Arsenal goalkeeper Jens Lehmann as his top choice for Euro 2008.
"The fact is that we're counting on Jens Lehmann as on Timo Hildebrand," said Loew regarding the two who have both been relegated to the bench by their respective clubs, Arsenal and Valenica.
"The situation could of course be better but it's clear to me that we're going to select these two goalkeepers for Euro 2008.
"Jens was extraordinary during the 2006 World Cup. He once again demonstrated during matches with the national team that he is world class. He deals with the pressure very well and in addition he's an important player in the functioning of the team."
Lehmann, 38, has lost out to Spaniard Manuel Almunia at Arsenal, fuelling speculation of his departure from the English side in January.
Source: China Daily
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