Wade causes problems again! Nagelsmann and Bayern fear for Neuer | OneFootball

The discussion about Manuel Neuer’s possible World Cup comeback has taken another dramatic turn. After FC Bayern’s 5:1 home win against 1. FC Köln, the 40-year-old had to undergo an MRI examination – and suddenly even his participation in the World Cup is in doubt

As reported by BILD, Neuer was examined immediately after the final whistle due to problems with his left calf

The good news first: the initial diagnosis should give the all-clear, as it does not appear to be a serious injury

Nevertheless, those responsible want to monitor the reaction of the calf closely over the next day or two

Neuer had to come off against Cologne

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The scene in the 59th minute caused a great deal of concern: Jonathan Tah was about to take a kick when Neuer suddenly signaled that he could not continue. Jonas Urbig then came into the game

Particularly explosive: Neuer pointed directly to his left calf – the exact spot where he had already suffered two torn muscle fibers in the spring

Nevertheless, the Bayern captain initially appeared relaxed as he left the pitch and even gave several Cologne players the thumbs up

Sporting director Christoph Freund tried to reassure them afterwards: „It’s a precautionary measure. We have to check it out. He felt something very slightly,“ explained the Austrian

However, the injury has come at the worst possible time. Not only is the cup final against VfB Stuttgart just around the corner, but the discussion surrounding Neuer’s possible return to the World Cup is also currently in full swing

According to Sky, national coach Julian Nagelsmann is seriously considering taking Neuer to the World Cup as number 1. According to BILD, there will even be a final discussion between Nagelsmann and Neuer before the final decision is made

The MRI results could now play a central role in this

Neuer ensures secrecy

Neuer’s departure from the Allianz Arena was also curious, as a short sports clip showed the 2014 world champion and Bayern media director Dieter Nickles secretly disappearing through the press conference room towards the VIP parking lot – apparently to avoid the waiting journalists

Neuer was also initially absent from the internal champions‘ party at Nockherberg. The Bayern captain only arrived at the party at 9.02 p.m. However, Neuer did not respond to questions about his calf.