"There has been some suggestion brewing that Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer could make a U-turn on his retirement from the German national team ahead of the 2026 World Cup. The long-term injury to Barcelona's Marc-André ter Stegen has meant that a combination of Hoffenheim's Oliver Baumann and VfB Stuttgart's Alexander Nübel have been used, if not at the very least called up to the squads for various international breaks for friendlies and qualifiers."
"There have been different voices in and around German football that have either supported or opposed a potential return to Germany for Neuer, but his form for Bayern so far this season suggests that he certainly could stand tall to the task if asked by Julian Nagelsmann. Neuer himself has played rather coy every time he's been asked about the matter himself, but it wouldn't be the first time a player has come out of international retirement."
Manuel Neuer could reconsider his international retirement ahead of the 2026 World Cup amid Marc-André ter Stegen's long-term injury. Hoffenheim's Oliver Baumann and VfB Stuttgart's Alexander Nübel have been used or called up for recent international friendlies and qualifiers. Different voices inside German football have either supported or opposed a Neuer return. Neuer's strong form for Bayern this season suggests he could perform well if selected, though Neuer has been coy when asked. Leon Goretzka expects Neuer to remain retired. Julian Nagelsmann has downplayed return rumors, while Rudi Völler said a comeback would require specific conditions. Ter Stegen is set to return next month, making a Neuer recall unlikely.
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