Magath on Neuer’s future: „Would let him play for another three years“ | OneFootball

Manuel Neuer’s future at FC Bayern is still unclear – but Felix Magath has a clear opinion on the matter. The former coach of the record champions is clearly in favor of the 40-year-old remaining at the club

While everyone at Säbener Straße is eagerly awaiting a decision from the long-serving captain, Magath has attracted attention with a remarkable assessment. For him, there is no question that Neuer is far from finished

In an interview with BILD, the former Bayern coach made it unmistakably clear how he assesses the situation: „In my team, Neuer would be in goal for another three years,“ explained Magath

A statement that comes as a surprise – after all, the 2014 world champion has been struggling with minor injuries of late. But for Magath, another factor weighs much more heavily than physical aspects

Above all, he emphasizes Neuer’s exceptional match intelligence and his unique role in the modern goalkeeping game

„He can do that better than many outfield players“

Magath particularly emphasizes Neuer’s ability to actively shape the game, which for him is the decisive difference to other goalkeepers

The veteran anticipates match situations, initiates attacks and acts like an additional outfield player. This quality does not get lost with age – on the contrary: it becomes even more valuable. „He knows before he catches a ball where he should throw it in order to initiate a counter-attack,“ explained Magath, underlining the strategic importance of the Bayern keeper

Bayern face a landmark decision

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Regardless of Magath’s assessment, the situation at FC Bayern remains open. Neuer himself has repeatedly emphasized that he wants to make his decision dependent on his physical condition

At the same time, the Munich club already has a potential successor in Jonas Urbig, who has been able to recommend himself in recent months

Whether Neuer will extend his career or call it a day in the summer is likely to be clarified in the near future. There is no fixed timetable internally, but the expectation is that there will be clarity before the hot phase of the season.