Schalke open door for Manuel Neuer return ahead of Bayern Munich match

Schalke supervisory board chairman Alex Hefer has invited goalkeeper Manuel Neuer to consider a return to the club following his expected retirement at the end of the current season. Neuer, who began his career in Gelsenkirchen before his 2011 move to Bayern Munich, remains a central figure as Bayern prepares to travel for a Saturday fixture against the promoted side. While Schalke officials are publicly suggesting that historical animosity regarding the goalkeeper’s departure should conclude, Bayern president Herbert Hainer stated that the club is also interested in retaining the veteran for a post-playing role. Bayern maintains a desire to integrate former players into the organization, citing the significant experience such individuals provide to the club. Both teams are now contending for the veteran’s post-career attention as the Saturday match approaches. Schalke enters the fixture following a recent 3-0 loss to Augsburg.

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