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Pochettino: Noahkai Banks ‘very clear’ he’s undecided between USA, Germany

Pochettino said Noahkai Banks has not decided between the USA and Germany, noting he is still thinking.
Banks has not yet made a decision despite interest from both national programs and his Augsburg breakout season.
Banks has represented the United States at youth levels and would need a one-time switch if he chose Germany.
Pochettino included five other center backs as potential World Cup candidates in his March squad.
Banks has featured in 21 Bundesliga games since October and remains a rising defender for Augsburg.
The United States will train in Atlanta and play Belgium and Portugal in late March before roster decisions in May.
Banks has indicated he does not want a World Cup decision to rush his nationality choice, saying he feels connected to both nations.
Banks has previously been in contact with both national coaches as he weighs his options.
Banks, the Hawaii-born son of a German mother and American father, has strong ties to both countries.
Banks would be tied to the United States if he plays an official match, limiting switches.

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