Former German national team goalkeeper Eike Immel is currently living on a monthly income of just 563 euros, according to a report by Bild.The 60-year-old, who earned 37 caps for West Germany between 1980 and 1990, now volunteers as a youth goalkeeper coach in his hometown of Stadtallendorf, hesse.
Immel’s financial struggles stem from a history of borrowing money from acquaintances without repayment, including the late World Cup winner Andy Brehme’s partner. While he has returned to his roots in stadtallendorf since 2016, his lifestyle has substantially changed; he resides in an apartment owned by an associate and does not own the furniture. A legal dispute regarding a debt of approximately 60,000 euros is still ongoing, with a ruling not yet legally binding.
The former Bundesliga shot-stopper, who played for clubs including Borussia Dortmund and VfB Stuttgart, now dedicates his time to coaching young players. He currently lives in a borrowed apartment and uses borrowed furniture. Immel’s current situation contrasts sharply with his career as a professional footballer, culminating in participation in the 1990 World Cup in italy.
Bild reports that Immel has repeatedly borrowed money from various individuals over the years, failing to honour those debts. The report highlights the case of Brehme’s partner as one of the creditors affected by immel’s financial practices.
Despite his current circumstances, Immel remains involved in football, offering his expertise to the next generation of goalkeepers.the ongoing legal proceedings concerning the 60,000 euro debt will determine his future financial outlook.