FC Bayern remains concerned about Manuel Neuer ahead of the Bundesliga showdown against RB Leipzig. The 40-year-old is still struggling with foot problems and was recently unable to participate in team training. It therefore remains unclear whether the captain will be able to take his place between the posts on Saturday evening at the Allianz Arena.

After the disappointing 3-3 draw in the Champions League against Viking Stavanger, the Munich team is determined to get back on track against Leipzig. But just before the crucial matchup with the Saxons, coach Vincent Kompany is once again facing personnel concerns.

In addition to Jamal Musiala, who is still working on his comeback after tearing a muscle fiber, Neuer is also at risk of missing the game once again.

The Bayern captain had already missed the Champions League match in Norway due to his foot injury. Jonas Urbig started in goal for the German record champions in that game.

Kompany Provides an Update on Neuer

At the press conference ahead of the Leipzig match, Kompany commented on the condition of his starting goalkeeper. “To be honest: Manu didn’t train yesterday. We’ll have to see how things go today and whether he can train. We don’t have any more information yet,” the Belgian explained.

It therefore remains to be seen whether Neuer will be fit in time for the top Bundesliga matchup.

Even before the Champions League match in Stavanger, Kompany had emphasized that the team didn’t want to take any unnecessary risks with their captain.

The symptoms had appeared after the 2-2 draw against FC Augsburg. Since then, Neuer has only been able to train on a limited basis.

Whether the 40-year-old can return to the training field on Friday will likely be decisive for his chances of playing against Leipzig.

Urbig is ready to step in as Neuer’s replacement.

If Neuer does indeed have to sit out again, Jonas Urbig will once again guard the Bayern goal.

The 23-year-old has gained match experience on several occasions in recent weeks. In addition to his appearance in Stavanger, he also started against Elversberg and Osnabrück.

In addition, Urbig recently made his debut for the German national team and impressed in his appearances against Serbia and Greece.

After two consecutive draws, Bayern are under pressure against Leipzig. The record champions have recently shown uncharacteristic weaknesses, particularly on defense.

Whether Neuer will be able to help turn things around is likely to be decided at the last minute. Until then, Munich will have to prepare for another start by Urbig.

This article was translated into English by AI. You can read the original version here https://fcbinside.de/2026/10/16/wer-steht-gegen-rb-leipzig-im-bayern-tor-kompany-gibt-update-zu-neuer/.