Ilkay Gundogan and Julian Draxler have vowed to fight for their place in Joachim Low's final Germany squad for Euro 2012.

The young duo were surprise inclusions in Low's initial squad for the tournament in Ukraine and Poland, but both insist that they are eager to vindicate their boss' initial decision.

"I deserve to be here - it's for a reason. I'll give everything to go there [Ukraine and Poland]," Borussia Dortmund midfielder Gundogan said during a press conference.

Schalke midfielder Draxler added: "It's a surprise to be nominated. I can learn a lot, but I will try everything to convince the coach. Being sent home would be disappointing."

Germany's Euro 2012 campaign begins on June 9 when they take on Portugal at 20.45CET.