Rots targets the Germany squad as he fights for a Hoffenheim start

Mats Rots is making a strong push for a 1899 Hoffenheim starting place and, as kicker reports, keeping an eye on a future call-up to the Nationalelf.

The 20-year-old Dutchman backed up his claim for regular action with a brave display against Borussia Dortmund, where his performance underlined his readiness to be a starter rather than a rotational option.

Building momentum

According to kicker, Rots has clear personal benchmarks for how he wants to play and also shows respect within the squad dynamic, including being willing to let compatriot Wouter Burger have the first call when that opportunity comes.

The immediate takeaway is that Rots is trying to turn momentum into consistency: repeat this level week after week in the Bundesliga, and his performances become harder to ignore at national-team level.

For now, the competition at Hoffenheim remains the test—whether Rots can lock down minutes and not just shine on one night, while Burger continues to challenge for the same window of opportunity.