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Five goalkeeping options for Bayern Munich to explore next summer transfer window with Manuel Neuer retiring

With speculation that Manuel Neuer is hanging up his gloves, Bayern Munich is tasked with finding a suitable replacement.

By Tuan Duy Luong · Bayern Strikes

Published: Wednesday, 7 October 2026 at 7:00 AM

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Bayern Munich is exploring five potential backup goalkeeper targets ahead of Manuel Neuer's expected retirement.
Jonas Urbig is positioned to become Bayern's primary starting goalkeeper next season.
The shortlisted transfer targets include Nick Pope, Bernd Leno, Marvin Schwabe, Moritz Nicolas, and Finn Dahmen.

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Bayern Munich is assessing goalkeeping options ahead of next summer's transfer window as Manuel Neuer is expected to retire at age 41. With 23-year-old Jonas Urbig slated to take over as the starting goalkeeper and veteran Sven Ulreich also approaching retirement, the club is searching for an experienced second-choice backup to support and mentor Urbig.

Writer Tuan Duy Luong highlights five potential permanent transfer targets who fit the criteria: Nick Pope, Bernd Leno, Marvin Schwabe, Moritz Nicolas, and Finn Dahmen. Pope and Leno provide extensive Premier League experience, while Bundesliga options Schwabe, Nicolas, and Dahmen offer proven domestic shot-stopping reliability.

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