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Manuel Neuer has been a metaphorical wall for Bayern Munich since joining from FC Schalke 04 in 2011. The 39-year-old has bailed his side out countless times with clutch reflex saves, been a key extra man in build-up play, and even defined a generation of goalkeepers by revolutionizing the sweeper-keeper role. After an impressive start to the 2025/26 season, it’s no surprise Bayern are reportedly looking to extend Neuer’s contract by an additional year. Another year of ‘Manu’ will be music to the ears of Bayern fans, however, there is one man in particular that will be dreading it.
Neuer has not just been a wall for Bayern, but for Alexander Nübel as well. The German keeper, once…
