Bayern Munich eye Loris Karius as Neuer replacement this summer

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Bayern Munich eye Loris Karius as Neuer replacement this summer
Summary

Bayern Munich are considering a move for goalkeeper Loris Karius in anticipation of Manuel Neuer's expected retirement. The club views Karius as a potential experienced deputy to Jonas Urbig, set to become the new first-choice goalkeeper. Neuer, who has struggled with injuries, is thought to be facing the end of his career after 16 years with Bayern. He sustained a recent injury in a match against Mainz, ruling him out for the rest of the calendar year. Bayern's management is also evaluating other options, including Oliver Baumann and Bernd Leno, to provide support behind Urbig next season.

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  • •Bayern Munich plans for Neuer's potential summer retirement after 16 seasons.
  • •Loris Karius is among several candidates for a backup goalkeeper role.
  • •Jonas Urbig is set to become Bayern's next starting goalkeeper.
  • •Neuer will miss the remainder of the calendar year due to injury.
  • •Bayern is also considering Oliver Baumann and Bernd Leno for goalkeeping support.
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  • 7:30 AMYahoo Sports — Bayern Munich consider sensational Loris Karius swoop in post-Manuel Neuer goalkeeper overhaul
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Bayern Munich are weighing up a surprise move for former Liverpool goalkeeper Loris Karius as the German giants prepare for the expected summer retirement of long-serving captain Manuel Neuer. With Jonas Urbig internally earmarked to become the club's next first-choice shot-stopper, hierarchy at the Allianz Arena want to recruit a seasoned deputy ahead of next season.

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