"Manu is playing a very good season, but we don't have a goalkeeping problem. This discussion does not help anyone, neither our goalkeepers nor Manu himself, who is focused on Bayern."
"If you were looking forward to seeing Neuer between the sticks at next years world cup, it may be time to let the dream go. At this point there is no indication that the Bayern Munich captain will, or even wants to, return to international football. Combined with Germany's depth in the position as well as Baumann's performances, the chances are near to zero. However, crazier things have happened."
"All in all, Julian Nagelsmann likely has an extensive list of problems that need to be solved ahead of next years world cup, and who Germany's starting goalkeeper will be is certainly not one of them."
Rumors continue about Manuel Neuer possibly returning to the German national team ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but several players have dismissed those claims. Oliver Baumann produced another clean sheet and a capable performance in Germany's 1-0 victory against Northern Ireland. Coach Julian Nagelsmann stated that the goalkeeping department is not a concern and noted that Germany has not lost a game due to a goalkeeping mistake since Neuer retired. Nagelsmann also said Neuer is focused on Bayern. Given Germany's depth and Baumann's form, a Neuer comeback appears unlikely, though not impossible.
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