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Rummenigge Defends Neuer, Urges Bayern Captain to Stay

Published May 1, 2026 · Updated May 1, 2026 · Yahoo Sport

Karl-Heinz Rummenigge praised Manuel Neuer after a shaky Champions League semi‑final showing, urging the club to keep him as captain for another season.

After Bayern Munich’s defeat to Paris Saint‑Germain in the Champions League semi‑final, former CEO Karl‑Heinz Rummenigge defended goalkeeper Manuel Neuer, calling for him to stay as club captain for another year. Rummenigge highlighted Neuer’s 15‑year contribution and suggested he work alongside young Jonas Urbig to aid his development. biznow.biz

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