Bayern Munich injury news: Manuel Neuer suffers torn muscle fibre | OneFootball

Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer has picked up an injury. 

The 39-year-old goalkeeper started during Bayern Munich’s 2-2 draw against Mainz 05 and picked up an injury during the game.

Bayern have confirmed today that Neuer has sustained a muscle injury and will miss the final game before the end of the year.

What happened to Manuel Neuer?

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The club have confirmed today that the goalkeeper tore a muscle in his right thigh, and he will miss the clash against Heidenheim.

According to a report from Bild, Neuer was no longer on the pitch at the Allianz Arena during the subsequent Christmas party, which included a thank-you round in front of the fans.

He will definitely miss the next clash, but it is not clear how long he will be out.

In his absence, Jonas Urbig is likely to replace him. Urbig has made two starts in the Bundesliga and is seen as a long-term replacement for Neuer.

Christian Falk says that the timing of the injury should not hurt Bayern. The injury does not appear to be serious, and Neuer should be able to use the winter break to regain his full fitness.

Neuer should be fit in the New Year. Vincent Kompany kept his training schedule start in January 3rd. The Bundesliga season resumes on January 11, and the German champions will take on Wolfsburg. Barring any fresh setback, Neuer should be fit by that time.

Will Manuel Neuer be given a new contract extension?

Neuer has a contract at Bayern until the end of the season.

At the moment, Bayern have not offered him a contract extension, and it is unclear whether he will continue after the season ends.

Neuer has not hinted that he wants to retire at the end of the season, so there is a high chance that he could be given a new contract.