FIFA clears Union Berlin midfielder Rani Khedira to play for Tunisia

The world’s football governing body (FIFA) has ratified the nationality switch of Union Berlin midfielder Rani Khedira, the Tunisian Football Federation has confirmed.

Khedira, 32, was born in Stuttgart, Germany, and previously featured for Germany at youth levels. Despite his early involvement in the German setup, he never earned a senior cap, leaving the door open for a switch under FIFA eligibility rules.

“The FIFA tribunal has officially approved today the change of sporting nationality for player Rani Khedira,” the Tunisian FA announced on its official Facebook page.

The midfielder’s decision to represent Tunisia is expected to bolster the North African nation’s squad with his wealth of experience in European football. Khedira, who currently plies his trade in the Bundesliga with Union Berlin, brings a combination of defensive solidity, midfield intelligence, and leadership—qualities that Tunisia hope will strengthen their ambitions in upcoming qualifiers and tournaments.

This development marks a significant moment in Khedira’s international career, opening a new chapter as he prepares to integrate into the Tunisian national team setup. Fans and analysts alike will be keen to see how his experience in Germany’s football system translates onto the African international stage.

Tunisia’s FA did not immediately confirm when Khedira would make his debut, but his inclusion is expected to provide a substantial boost ahead of the team’s future competitive fixtures.