Overview
- Sporting director Christoph Freund rejected claims that Manuel Neuer has already agreed a new deal and said those talks have not taken place.
- A local Munich paper reported an extension to 2027 with shared minutes for Jonas Urbig, but Bayern pushed back on that account.
- Neuer said things are “looking good” regarding his future, offering a positive hint without making an announcement.
- Bayern is mapping succession steps that elevate young goalkeeper Jonas Urbig and add an experienced hand, with HSV’s Daniel Heuer Fernandes linked.
- Recent form and fitness weigh on the decision, as Neuer returned from two muscle tears, made standout saves in key games, and then committed errors in the Real Madrid return leg.