The calves of the nation: Bayern and Nagelsmann tremble over Neuer | OneFootball

Although the initial examinations after his substitution against Cologne did not reveal any serious injury, the Bayern captain’s calf problems are being assessed much more seriously internally

As reported by Sport BILD, the 40-year-old’s complaints are by no means being underestimated. FC Bayern and the DFB are currently engaged in an intensive exchange about the record keeper’s state of health

Particularly explosive: Neuer’s participation in the DFB Cup final against VfB Stuttgart is apparently linked to a clear condition

Neuer must complete Thursday training

According to the report, it has been agreed within FCB that Neuer will only be in goal for the cup final if he is able to return to full team training on Thursday

This means that the entire week is likely to be a test of patience for FC Bayern, who obviously do not want to take any unnecessary risks after the multiple muscle problems in his left calf in recent months

Particularly with a view to the World Cup, great caution prevails

DFB is monitoring the situation very closely

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At the same time, Bayern are apparently in constant contact with the coaching staff of the German national team

Julian Nagelsmann and his team want to be able to assess exactly how great the risk surrounding Neuer’s calf actually is and whether the complaints could have an impact on his possible participation in the World Cup

Despite the current problems, there are increasing signs that the national coach wants to take the 2014 world champion to the World Cup as his number one

According to Sport BILD, there will also be a final meeting between Neuer and Nagelsmann before the official squad announcement on Thursday

They are likely to discuss not only the Bayern captain’s sporting role, but also his physical condition

One thing is clear: the decision on Neuer’s future in the DFB team will largely depend on how his calf reacts in the coming days. Meanwhile, FC Bayern are still hoping that the captain will be fit in time for the cup final.