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Manuel Neuer extends Bayern Munich contract by another season at 40

Manuel Neuer has extended his contract at Bayern Munich for another year, keeping the 40-year-old goalkeeping great at the German champion as he mentors his long-term successor

MAY 15 • Associated Press

Bench option Ulreich (groin) is on the bench for Tuesday's match against PSG.

Impact Ulreich is fit as expected Tuesday, with the goalie assuming his normal backup role. He should remain the third-string keeper in most circumstances, only appearing once in league play all season and yet to see time in UCL play.

APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE

Option for Tuesday Ulreich (groin) is an option for Tuesday's match against PSG, according to manager Vincent Kompany. "Sven is back already."

Impact Ulreich has missed some time with a groin injury but is ready to resume action, with the goalie deemed fit for play. He will return to his backup role and serve behind Manuel Neuer, at least having another viable option in net. He has only appeared once all season, serving behind Jonas Urbig as well.

APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE

Trains with team Tuesday Ulreich returned to full team training at Sabener Strasse Monday after recovering from the adductor muscle fiber tear that sidelined him since mid-Marcg, according to the club.

Impact Ulreich's return to collective sessions is a significant step forward after working his way back through running and ball work over recent weeks. The veteran backup goalkeeper is now back in contention to resume his role behind Manuel Neuer and Jonas Urbig in Bayern's goalkeeping hierarchy, with Tuesday's Champions League semifinal first leg against PSG a realistic target for his return to the matchday squad. Getting the full goalkeeping rotation back in order is a welcome development for Bayern heading into the biggest week of their season.

APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE

Trains with ball Ulreich (groin) has returned to ball work in training, marking another step forward in his recovery from a muscle tear, according to the club.

Impact Ulreich had previously been limited to running sessions, so getting back with the ball is a meaningful progression in his rehabilitation. The timing makes Wednesday's Champions League clash against Real Madrid too soon for a return, but the coming weeks look increasingly realistic as a target for the goalkeeper to regain his backup role behind Manuel Neuer and Jonas Urbig in Bayern's goalkeeping hierarchy.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Running on grass Ulreich (groin) completed his first running session since the injury, the club posted.

Impact Ulreich was back on the pitch for the first time since his muscle tear and completed initial running sessions. The goalkeeper had been expected to miss one to two months, and this marks a positive step in his recovery, though he is still likely to need time before returning to full training. He is expected to reclaim the No. 3 role in the goalkeeping hierarchy behind Manuel Neuer and Jonas Urbig once fully fit.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Runaway leader Bayern Munich to use Bundesliga as training ground for Real Madrid clash

Bayern Munich can use the Bundesliga as a tune-up for its Champions League showdown with Real Madrid

MARCH 19 • Associated Press

Bayern goalkeeper Urbig returns amid injury crisis to see his team past Atalanta in Champions League

Jonas Urbig was back in Bayern Munich’s starting lineup against Atalanta after his recovery from concussion amid an injury crisis which nearly meant a chance for 16-year-old goalke...

MARCH 18 • Associated Press

Kompany says Bayern likely won't need to start 16-year-old goalkeeper amid injury crisis

Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany has indicated he’ll likely avoid having to field 16-year-old goalkeeper Leonard Prescott in the Champions League against Atalanta after backup J...

MARCH 17 • Associated Press

Out with adductor tear Ulreich is out for the time being due to an adductor tear, according to his club.

Impact Ulreich is going to be sidelined for the next month or two, with the goalie suffering an adductor tear. This is unfortunate news for the club as they also deal with injuries to their first two starting keepers, both Manuel Neuer and Jonas Urbig, working back from injury. They will then have to find a replacement for a match or two depedning on the returns of their other two keepers, a brutal spell for the goalkeeping department at Bayern.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Bayern Munich held to 1-1 draw at Bayer Leverkusen after 2 red cards, Dortmund closes in

Bayern Munich has dropped points in a fiery 1-1 draw at Bayer Leverkusen, and Dortmund cut the league lead to nine

MARCH 14 • Associated Press

'He needs to be at his peak' - Bayern Munich chief addresses Manuel Neuer future as German giants weigh up new contract for 'legendary' goalkeeper

Bayern Munich sporting director Max Eberl has issued a clear message regarding Manuel Neuer's future at the Allianz Arena. With the legendar...

FEBRUARY 16 • goal

'He needs to be at his peak' - Bayern Munich chief addresses Manuel Neuer future as German giants weigh up new contract for 'legendary' goalkeeper

Bayern Munich goalkeeper 'not worried' by talk of Manuel Neuer stay despite first choice ambitions under 'great coach' Vincent Kompany

Jonas Urbig has brushed aside any talk of anxiety over Manuel Neuer's Bayern Munich future, insisting he is focused on developing under Vinc...

OCTOBER 28, 2025 • goal

Bayern Munich goalkeeper 'not worried' by talk of Manuel Neuer stay despite first choice ambitions under 'great coach' Vincent Kompany

Inks contract extension Ulreich has extended his contract with FC Bayern until 2026, the club announced. "Sven is reliability personified: He keeps his promises - in the truest sense of the word. Characte...

Impact Ulreich joined Bayern from Stuttgart in 2015 and has only spent one season on loan with Hamburger SV in 2020 since then. He has made 103 competitive appearances for Bayern and has won nine German championship titles, three DFB-Pokal trophies, six DFL-Supercups, one Champions League and one UEFA Super Cup. He will remain the backup goalkeeper to Manuel Neuer heading into the 2025/26 season.

JULY 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out of contract Ulreich is out of contract at the end of the Bundesliga campaign and could depart Munich.

Impact Ulreich was long the backup behind Manuel Neuer, but with the addition of Jonas Urbig it seems Ulreich's time in Munich is coming to an end. The goalkeeper could be at the end of his career as he enters his age-37 campaign, and it appears if nothing else he will be departing Munich.

MAY 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet day Ulreich recorded no saves and allowed zero goals in Saturday's 5-0 win over Werder Bremen.

Impact Ulreich had nothing to do during Saturday's win, as Bremen failed to take a single shot. The goalkeeper isn't going to have much to do in a lot of domestic matches, the test will be how he holds up in European competition while Manuel Neuer (leg) is out. Ulreich is a competent back up behind an elite defense, giving him solid clean sheet upside.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes twice in relief Ulreich allowed two goals while making a save during Tuesday's 9-2 win over Dinamo Zagreb.

Impact Ulreich entered the match at halftime and conceded two goals, but was backed with nine as Bayern moonwalked to victory Tuesday. The appearance was the first of the season for Ulreich who is a capable backup if Manuel Neuer is forced to miss significant time.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Clean sheet against Koln Ulreich made five saves and allowed zero goals in Saturday's 2-0 victory against 1. FC Koln.

Impact Ulreich saw a much better performance Saturday than in his last outing, as he went on to make five saves while capturing the clean sheet for his team. This gave the keeper his fourth clean sheet in 11 league appearances this campaign. He will now look to replicate his performance in the club's next contest against Arsenal on Wednesday, although it is more likely Manuel Neuer will get the start in net after getting rest Saturday.

APRIL 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Clean sheet against Koln Ulreich made five saves and allowed zero goals in Saturday's 2-0 victory against 1. FC Koln.

APRIL 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes three goals Ulreich conceded three goals and made one save in Saturday's 3-2 loss to Heidenheim.

Impact Starting his second consecutive match in the absence of the injured Manuel Neuer (adductor), Ulreich had another day to forget as his side fell to defeat yet again. The keeper made a great save to deny Kevin Sessa, but the goals he conceded took his tally to 12 in 10 games this season. His run in the starting XI is likely to come to an end with Neuer winning his race to be fit for Tuesday's Champions League quarter-final against Arsenal.

APRIL 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles in start Ulreich had three saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-0 defeat to Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Ulreich got the start as Manuel Neuer (leg) returned from another injury and it was a disappointing day. Ulreich certainly isn't a bad goalkeeper by any means but it was a match that needed him to be heroic and he just couldn't step up to what was needed. Neuer will take the starting role back as soon as he is fit once more.

APRIL 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Friday Ulreich (ankle) is on the bench for Friday's match against Hoffenheim.

Impact Ulreich is returning to the team sheet after being sidelined for the past three matches due to a back issue. The goalie will most likely reside on the bench moving forward, as he has been bumped of the starting status he held to begin the season due to Manuel Neuer once again being healthy and a brick wall in net.

JANUARY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready to return Ulreich (ankle) will remain sidelined against Wolfsburg on Wednesday after manager Thomas Tuchel told reporters, "It looks like Daniel Peretz will be in the squad again with Ulle n...

Impact If fully fit, it's possible Ulreich would have gotten a start given the quick turnaround from Sunday's clash with Stuttgart. Instead, Daniel Peretz figures to remain the second choice option behind starter Manuel Neuer. Even once cleared to return, Ulreich will likely see minimal action moving forward.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Extends one year Ulreich will be remaining with Bayern until the end of the 2024/25 season after signing a one-year contract extension on Tuesday.

Impact Ulreich inked a contract extension to remain with the club for another season, signing the same deal with his counterpart Manuel Neuer as they remain the one and two in net. Ulreich joined the club in 2015, making 80 appearances in that time, mainly serving as the backup. He was given the starting bid for a bit this season while Neuer was out, but he will most likely remain as the backup for the rest of his extension, with Neuer still being the top choice.

NOVEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Let in one Ulreich registered three saves and allowed one goal in Tuesday's 3-1 victory over Galatasaray.

Impact Ulreich has allowed three goals in the last four matches while totaling eight saves on one clean sheet in that span. The keeper will welcome a visit from SV Darmstadt on Saturday, who have scored 11 goals in the last five contests.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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