Jonas Urbig discusses backup role at Bayern Munich amid Neuer's retirement
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 8:30 AM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Jonas Urbig, Bayern Munich's goalkeeper, expresses contentment with his current backup role behind Manuel Neuer, who plans to retire after the 2026/27 season. Urbig underscored that the team trusts all goalkeepers in their rotation, reflecting on last season when performance varied among Neuer, Sven, and himself. Handpicked by Neuer as the future starter, Urbig remains patient and focused on each opportunity he receives to play. As Bayern prepares for the new Bundesliga season, Urbig aims to develop and learn under the veteran goalkeeper.
- •Jonas Urbig is currently the backup goalkeeper for Bayern Munich.
- •Manuel Neuer will retire at the end of the 2026/27 season.
- •Urbig was chosen by Neuer as his successor.
- •Bayern Munich's goalkeepers showed strong performances last season.
- •Urbig is focused on taking opportunities as they arise.
- 8:30 AMYahoo Sports — Jonas Urbig not sweating backup role for Bayern Munich
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