End of an era! Bayern already preparing Manuel Neuer's farewell

Manuel Neuer's legendary chapter at Bayern Munich appears to be entering its final months.

Details: According to Munich newspaper Abendzeitung, Bayern officials are operating on the assumption that their 40-year-old captain will retire at the end of the 2026/27 season. The club is reportedly already preparing farewell interviews with the legendary goalkeeper, even though Neuer has not officially announced his final decision.

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Neuer's current contract with Bayern expires on June 30, 2027. Back in July, the German goalkeeper himself admitted that it looked very likely he would hang up his gloves after this campaign. However, he has not made a definitive announcement.

The situation has become even more complicated following another injury setback. During Bayern's 2-1 Bundesliga victory over Mainz on November 7, Neuer suffered a partial tendon tear in his right foot and is now facing a lengthy spell on the sidelines.

For now, Jonas Urbig will replace the injured captain. Nevertheless, according to Abendzeitung, Bayern still intend to restore Neuer as their first-choice goalkeeper once he recovers. Meanwhile, the club is already considering its goalkeeping options for next season, with Urbig viewed as the veteran's potential successor.

It is worth noting that Neuer joined Bayern from Schalke in 2011 and has won the Champions League twice with the Bavarian giants, in 2013 and 2020. He also helped Germany win the 2014 World Cup.

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