Neuer signs one-year contract extension with Bayern

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Bayern Munich veteran Manuel Neuer announced Friday that he has extended his contract at the German champions by one year until 2027.

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The 40-year-old goalkeeper’s deal was set to expire in the summer but he will stay on in Munich for what will be a 16th year at the Bavarian giants.

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“It was a clear decision after taking some time to reflect,” said Neuer.

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“All the conditions are met here: with this team we can beat any opponent,” he said.

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Considered among the best in his position in history, Neuer finished third in Ballon d’Or voting in 2014 behind Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, the most recent time a goalkeeper made the top three.

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German tabloid Bild reported Neuer will play fewer games in the 2026-27 season as he helps facilitate a smooth transition to back-up goalie Jonas Urbig.

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Bayern have also extended the contract of third-string goalkeeper Sven Ulreich for a further season.

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A 2014 World Cup winner with Germany, Neuer stayed on at Bayern after ending his international career in 2024, winning 124 caps with the four-time world champions.

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The veteran was widely lauded for his performance in the first leg of Bayern’s Champions League quarter-final away victory over Real Madrid, winning the UEFA man of the match award.

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Neuer has enjoyed a glittering career at Bayern since joining from boyhood side Schalke in 2011.

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In addition to two Champions League titles, he has won the Bundesliga a record 13 times — the equal most alongside long-time teammate Thomas Mueller.

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Only twice since he arrived at Bayern has Neuer failed to win the Bundesliga: in 2011-12, his first season, and 2023-24.

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Neuer has also lifted the German Cup six times in his career — on five occasions with Bayern and once with former club Schalke.

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AFP

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