Extension for Neuer? Bayern chief keeps his cards close 🤫 | OneFootball

Jan-Christian Dreesen is asked about the future of Manuel Neuer. The CEO of FC Bayern remains tight-lipped.

The future of Manuel Neuer at FC Bayern remains open for now. CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen has not committed to a contract extension with the goalkeeper—hinting that no quick decision is to be expected regarding this matter.

“There are many arguments in favor of Manuel Neuer in general, but right now we want to focus on the sport. We’ve said the same in other cases with other players,” Dreesen explained on the sidelines of the club’s general meeting: “Manuel is under no pressure at all and we will talk at the appropriate time.”

Neuer has been FC Bayern’s goalkeeper since 2011 and is one of the club’s defining figures. Despite his age, Neuer continues to deliver consistently strong performances and proves that he can still compete at the highest level. Nevertheless, the club’s management does not want to make any hasty decisions.

Neuer Extension: Decision by the End of the Year?

Behind the scenes, the club is already working on future plans. With Jonas Urbig, who recently impressed at Gladbach and Cologne, as well as Alexander Nübel, currently on loan at VfB Stuttgart, two possible successors are ready. Daniel Peretz, currently on loan to HSV, is also considered a prospect for the goalkeeper position.

Photo: IMAGO/Kirchner-Media | Photo: IMAGO/Kirchner-Media,

The discussion about a possible contract extension has intensified in recent weeks—especially because Neuer continues to impress with his performances in the Bundesliga and Champions League. After the 4-0 win against Club Brugge, he only commented vaguely about his future: “I have to pay attention to my bones. It’s already late, and I can feel it again now. Let’s see how it feels after I get up.”

According to Süddeutsche Zeitung and Sky, FC Bayern is generally inclined to extend the contract with their captain, even though talks have not yet begun. A decision could be made by the end of the year.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇩🇪 here.