Neuer Set for Return to Germany FIFA World Cup 2026 Squad: Reports
German media reported that the 40-year-old Bayern Munich goalkeeper is set to return after retiring from international duty following Euro 2024.
- Veteran goalkeeper Manuel Neuer is set for a surprise return to Germany's World Cup squad as the number one option, two years after retiring from international duty, German media reported on Tuesday.
- German tabloid Bild claimed coach Julian Nagelsmann informed players, including prospective number one Oliver Baumann, that the 40-year-old would be included in the squad, which will be announced on Thursday.
- Nagelsmann had consistently backed Baumann as the tournament's top choice due to Marc-Andre ter Stegen's injury complaints, though Neuer retired after Euro 2024 with 124 international appearances.
- While Neuer impressed this season, winning man of the match in Bayern Munich's 2-1 Champions League victory against Real Madrid, he faces injury doubts after a recurring calf issue during Saturday's final Bundesliga match.
- Neuer extended his contract with Bayern until 2027 on Friday, yet the DFB refused to comment on Tuesday regarding the reported plans for the upcoming German Cup final against Stuttgart.
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