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Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany expresses his appreciation for Manuel Neuer
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Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany praises goalkeeper Manuel Neuer, emphasizing his significant contributions to the club. Neuer's future remains uncertain as his contract countdown begins, but Kompany respects his right to decide on his own terms.
MADRID, SPAIN - APRIL 07: Manuel Neuer of FC Bayern Munich takes a selfie using an Oppo mobile phone with his PlayStation Player Of The Match award after the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Quarter-Final First Leg match between Real Madrid CF and FC Bayern München at Estadio Santiago Bernabeu on April 07, 2026 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by Fran Santiago - UEFA/UEFA via Getty Images) | UEFA via Getty Images
Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer’s future is still unsettled, with time remaining on his contract starting to be counted in weeks rather than months. But the veteran has more than earned the right to decide on his own terms and on his own time, and has the backing of head coach Vincent Kompany.
Kompany, who also turned 40 years of age recently to match his keeper, mused at length about Neuer’s mammoth importance to Bayern over the years.
“I won’t talk about his future out of respect for a top career and a top club,” Kompany said in comments captured by @iMiaSanMia. “But I can say what he has already achieved for FC Bayern, for himself and for me: it was much easier at the beginning than I thought.
“When I arrived, I immediately had Thomas Müller, Manuel Neuer and Joshua Kimmich in the captain’s group, which made my job much easier. Someone like Manu is more in the background — Thomas was always a mouthpiece. Now Josh Kimmich is the one who takes the lead with words.
“But Manu only has to say one sentence and that brings order to the team. That’s why his role as a leader is just as important to me as it is on the pitch. The difference between him and me is that he trains an incredible amount and has an agility that’s just not possible for other players. I’m delighted to be able to work with him. It’s fun that someone with so much talent, who has achieved so much, expects his coaching team to work with him and try to improve him further.”
Agility at 40? The kind that the Bayern keeper has is hard to come by, and Neuer sure strutted his stuff with his phenomenal nine saves against Real Madrid in the Champions League quarterfinals first leg last Tuesday. Give us some tips, Manu! What’s your secret?
If you are looking for more Bayern Munich and German national team coverage, check out the latest episodes of Bavarian Podcast Works, which you can get on Acast, Spotify, Apple, or any leading podcast distributor…
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Q&A
What did Vincent Kompany say about Manuel Neuer's future at Bayern Munich?
Vincent Kompany expressed respect for Neuer's career and stated he would not discuss Neuer's future, emphasizing his importance to the club.
How long is Manuel Neuer's contract with Bayern Munich?
Manuel Neuer's contract is nearing its end, with the remaining time now counted in weeks rather than months.
What accolades has Manuel Neuer achieved at Bayern Munich?
Manuel Neuer has had a significant impact on Bayern Munich, earning recognition such as the PlayStation Player Of The Match award during the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals.
