"In light of Marc-André ter Stegen's latest injury, many have brought up the possibility of Bayern Munich's Manuel Neuer returning to the national team. Neuer, of course, retired from the national team in 2024 after reaching the quarterfinals of the Euros. However, due to the questionable status of his supposed successor Ter Stegen, he has been constantly linked with a comeback. The Bayern captain does not seem particularly interested in such a scenario, though."
"After Bayern's DFB-Pokal win over RB Leipzig, he was asked if his decision to retire from the national team was definitive. His answer (as captured by @ iMiaSanMia) was a short and simple "yes." Barring a sudden change of heart from the world champion, it looks like Oliver Baumann will be donning the keeper gloves for Julian Nagelsmann's team at the World Cup."
The World Cup is approaching and Germany must decide on a goalkeeper. Marc-André ter Stegen suffered a recent injury, prompting speculation about Manuel Neuer's return. Neuer retired from the national team in 2024 after reaching the Euros quarterfinals and answered "yes" when asked if his retirement was definitive. The Bayern captain shows little interest in returning. Oliver Baumann emerges as the probable starter for the World Cup after a strong season with both club and country. Baumann's form gives Germany fans renewed hope heading into the summer tournament.
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