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Bayern Munich prefers Oliver Baumann for backup goalkeeper role

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 9, 2026, 5:34 PM

Last updated Nov 9, 2026

Bayern Munich prefers Oliver Baumann for backup goalkeeper role

Summary

Bayern Munich is considering Oliver Baumann from TSG Hoffenheim as the backup goalkeeper for the upcoming season. Baumann is seen as a strong candidate due to his experience, but uncertainty remains about whether he would accept the backup position given his current role as Hoffenheim's first-choice keeper. Alongside Baumann, Bernd Leno and Loris Karius are also candidates on Bayern's shortlist, with Leno's contract expiring soon and Karius gaining attention for his performance at Schalke. The decision will come as Bayern seeks to solidify its goalkeeping options for next season.

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Latest Updates

•Bayern Munich targets Oliver Baumann as backup goalkeeper.
•Baumann currently plays for TSG Hoffenheim.
•Fulham's Bernd Leno also on the shortlist.
•Loris Karius gaining traction due to Schalke performances.
•Bayern seeks to finalize goalkeeper options soon.

Latest Updates

5:34 PMYahoo Sports — Baumann ahead of Leno and Karius in Bayern's back-up goalkeeper search

What they're saying

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TSG Hoffenheim veteran Oliver Baumann is currently Bayern Munich's preferred candidate as Jonas Urbig's backup for next season.As Sky Germany understands, at least from a profile perspective, Baumann ...
— Yahoo Sports

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