Germany 2018 U21 Matchworn Home Shirt (Timo Baumgartl) (M)

Original and authentic Germany home shirt, as used during the 2018-19 campaign, where the Germans would compete in the 2018 World Cup in Russia. Shirt is a genuine match issued (potentially match worn - more than likely) shirt, with the shirt likely being worn by Timo Baumgartl, who would have been the number 5 for the u21 team at this time.

It is unlikely the shirt is prepared for the 1st team, with Mats Hummels being number 5 for the senior squad, and the sizing would probably be too tight for a man of his stature. It is therefore much, much more likely to be worn by the aforementioned Baumgartl, who would have been taking part in qualification for the 2019 UEFA U21 European Championship.

Proof of player / match issue comes from the different sizing label, which is measured in numbers rather than the standard lettered sizing, as well as the heatpressed Germany and Adidas badges, and the Adidas 'Climachill' technology, a step above the standard climacool used on standard issue shirts.

As for Baumgartl himself, he made his debut with VFB Stuttgart, playing over 100 matches for his boyhood club, before a move to PSV, a loan to Union Berlin, before a move to St Louis City, where he currently plays his football. He has played for Germany at every level from u15 to u21, but has not made a senior appearance for the national team.

Overall, shirt is in very good condition, couple of stains, which I believe are potentially grass stains (?) on the shirt, by the sleeve and a tiny touch to the torso. Numberset is excellent, and no other real issues. Size 7 (closest to a medium / large), with measurements provided in pictures.