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Manuel Neuer is back in Bayern Munich’s squad following a lengthy recovery from a calf injury. After several weeks out, Neuer has trained well and is fit enough to be named among the substitutes, though the club planned a late decision with the coach to determine if he would regain his starting role for the upcoming match against Leipzig[1]. His injury troubles began when he aggravated a previous calf issue while celebrating a goal several months ago, resulting in an extended absence and multiple missed fixtures, including a Champions League tie against Inter[1][3].

During Neuer’s absence, Jonas Urbig replaced him as Bayern’s primary goalkeeper, making several consecutive appearances and chasing his first clean sheet for the club in key matches[3][4]. Neuer’s return was tentatively scheduled for late April, and by June, he had resumed full team activities as Bayern competed in the FIFA Club World Cup in the United States. Despite a day off after a 10-0 victory over Auckland City, Neuer remained in competitive mode, engaging in training and preparation for the next group match against Boca Juniors. He emphasized the importance of staying focused and relying on Bayern’s strengths to advance in the tournament[5].

Neuer, now 39, continues to play a leadership role at both the club and international levels. In February, he signed a one-year contract extension with Bayern Munich, ensuring his presence through the end of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025[8]. Off the pitch, Neuer spoke about the camaraderie among Bayern’s goalkeepers and their tradition of pushing each other to improve, highlighting the importance of teamwork in their ongoing quest for success[7].

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