"Neuer has not just been a wall for Bayern, but for Alexander Nübel as well. The German keeper, once touted to be Neuer's long-term replacement, has spent season upon season on loan, waiting for his shot between the sticks at Bayern. However, should Die Rekordmeister re-up Neuer's contract, the opportunity Nübel has been waiting his entire career for may never come to fruition."
"Another contract extension for Manuel Neuer would mean the end of any ambitions Alexander Nübel had to become Bayern's #1 goalkeeper. Internally, Bayern are of the opinion that if Neuer's contract is extended, Nübel would have to be sold. Price tag: €20-25m - too much for Stuttgart, but realistic for mid-table Premier League clubs Never say never but, it is unlikely that Alexander Nübel will be deputising as Bayern's number one."
Manuel Neuer joined Bayern Munich from FC Schalke 04 in 2011 and has been a defining presence as a sweeper-keeper, producing reflex saves and aiding build-up play. Neuer, now 39, produced an impressive start to the 2025/26 season and Bayern are reportedly considering a one-year contract extension. Alexander Nübel, once viewed as Neuer’s long-term successor, has spent multiple seasons on loan awaiting a starting opportunity. Bayern believe that extending Neuer would block Nübel’s pathway and likely require selling Nübel for a reported €20-25m fee, a price considered high for Stuttgart but viable for mid-table Premier League clubs.
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