"Manuel Neuer's expiring Bayern Munich contract is continuing to make for speculation over the goalkeeper's future, but sporting chief Max Eberl is eager to tamp down the talk. "Manu will be 40 in March. The way Manu is currently performing is world-class. We'll sit down, talk and exchange ideas with him," Eberl relayed in comments captured by Sport Bild, as captured by @iMiaSanMia. "At some point, the body isn't ready for professional football anymore, but that's still not the case with Manu at the moment."
"There's really nothing new nor has there been for a while. Neuer is at that stage in the career where every bad outcome will get put under the microscope. Should he have saved it? On more than a few occasions lately, the answer has indeed been yes. Does he still have it? Also yes. It's clear that Neuer is thinking more critically about his own future now as well, and that is only natural."
Manuel Neuer approaches 40 and his expiring Bayern Munich contract has prompted speculation about his future. Sporting chief Max Eberl praised Neuer's world-class current performances and said club officials will meet near the end of the season to discuss contract plans. Eberl acknowledged that a player's body eventually declines but asserted that Neuer remains fit for professional football now and that the club feels relaxed. Bayern currently considers the goalkeeping situation optimal. Neuer has faced scrutiny for occasional mistakes but retains the capability to perform. Jonas Urbig could benefit from another season of development before becoming the club's primary goalkeeper.
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