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Bernd Leno endorses Jonas Urbig as the starting goalkeeper for Germany

In a recent interview with Sky Sports (as captured by X account @iMiaSanMia), current Fulham and former Germany goalkeeper Bernd Leno touted Bayern Munich goalkeeper Jonas Urbig as a future starter for the German national football team. “If Jonas Urbig…

Published: Wednesday, 23 September 2026 at 8:30 PM
Bernd Leno endorses Jonas Urbig as the starting goalkeeper for Germany
Key Things to Know
  • Bernd Leno endorsed Jonas Urbig to become the next starting goalkeeper for the German national team.
  • Leno stated that securing the starting role at Bayern Munich will cement Urbig's place with Germany.
  • Urbig is viewed as the successor to Manuel Neuer, who retired from international duty.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Fulham goalkeeper Bernd Leno has publicly backed Bayern Munich goalkeeper Jonas Urbig to become the primary starter for the German national team. In an interview with Sky Sports, Leno stated that Urbig has the best chance to shape an era for Germany if he establishes himself as Bayern's first-choice option.

Urbig is viewed as the successor to longtime goalkeeper Manuel Neuer, who has retired from international duty. Leno highlighted Bayern Munich's status as a top global club, noting that succeeding there would make Urbig the clear choice to take over Germany's starting goalkeeper role.

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