"Bayern Munich suffered an injury blow last week as Manuel Neuer came off at halftime against Werder Bremen due to a calf strain. He is expected to be on the sidelines for at least three weeks, missing the crucial Bundesliga clash against Borussia Dortmund at the end of February. The injury to Neuer will allow Urbig to strengthen his case to become Neuer's long-term successor. The young goalkeeper has made a positive impression whenever he has started for Die Roten since arriving from FC Koln at the start of 2024."
"According to AZ, Nubel can still stay at Bayern if Neuer decides to hang up his boots at the end of the season. The 29-year-old goalkeeper is ready to compete with Urbig for the number one spot at Die Roten. Neuer's retirement in the summer will play a key role in Nubel's decision-making regarding his future. Nubel signed a new deal until 2029 two seasons ago, before extending his loan stay at Stuttgart for two more years."
Manuel Neuer sustained a calf strain and was substituted at halftime against Werder Bremen; he will miss at least three weeks and will likely miss the late-February Bundesliga clash with Borussia Dortmund. The injury gives young goalkeeper Urbig opportunities to strengthen his case as Neuer's long-term successor after joining from FC Koln at the start of 2024. Bayern rate Urbig highly but also have Alexander Nubel under contract, who has impressed during a loan at VfB Stuttgart and wants regular playing time. Nubel may remain at Bayern only if Neuer retires this summer; Bayern are open to offering Neuer another contract.
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