Manuel Neuer discusses potential successor Jonas Urbig for Germany
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 8:30 AM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Manuel Neuer highlighted Jonas Urbig's potential as Germany's future goalkeeper during the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Houston. After Germany's match against Côte d'Ivoire, Neuer expressed confidence in Urbig's development but acknowledged competition from other goalkeepers like Oliver Baumann and Alexander Nübel. Neuer's recent role shifted as he prepares to mentor Urbig following his own international retirement after the tournament. Urbig has yet to establish a consistent presence and must perform at a high level to secure a top position post-World Cup.
- •Germany won their group stage match against Côte d'Ivoire.
- •Neuer signed a one-year contract extension with Bayern Munich.
- •Urbig is currently part of the Germany squad as a training keeper.
- •Competition for Germany's number one spot includes Baumann and Nübel.
- •Neuer believes Urbig is on a good path but acknowledges other keepers.
- 8:30 AMYahoo Sports — Manuel Neuer can’t say for sure if Jonas Urbig will be his Germany successor
"Neuer knows Urbig can be Germany’s #1 at some point.
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