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Neuer Shuts Door on Germany Return
12 Feb
Summary
- Manuel Neuer confirmed his retirement from the German national team.
- The goalkeeper stated his decision is final after the Euros.
- Germany's goalkeeping options include Baumann, Atubolu, Dahmen, and Nübel.
Veteran goalkeeper Manuel Neuer has confirmed that he will not be returning to the German national team. In a statement made after Bayern Munich's recent 2-0 win against RB Leipzig, Neuer expressed his decision is final and that his international career concluded following the recent European Championship.
This definitive statement comes amid speculation about a potential comeback, similar to Toni Kroos's return. Neuer's retirement leaves Germany with Oliver Baumann as the current first-choice goalkeeper. However, Baumann's role is contingent on Marc-André ter Stegen's availability, as ter Stegen has faced injuries and limited game time at Barcelona, making his participation in upcoming tournaments uncertain.
The German national team is now looking towards emerging talents to fill the goalkeeping spots. Competitors for a place include Freiburg's Noah Atubolu, Augsburg's Finn Dahmen, and Stuttgart's Alexander Nübel, all vying to establish themselves in the national squad.
