Story byReport: Manuel Neuer "50-50" on extending Bayern contract or retiring this summerBulinewsWed, March 4, 2026 at 8:32 AM UTC·1 min readTurning 40 this month, Manuel Neuer faces the decision of whether to extend his contract with Bayern Munich for another year or hang up his gloves this summer, when his contract expires. According to Sport Bild, there is doubt at Bayern over whether the goalkeeping veteran will sign a new deal, with the magazine describing his chances of extending or retiring as "50-50."AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementA decision on Neuer’s future could come at the end of March, with a meeting between the player and club expected during the upcoming international break. Neuer has missed Bayern’s last two games due to muscular problems and is a doubt for Friday’s Bundesliga clash with Borussia Mönchengladbach. Jonas Urbig, who has been filling in for Neuer lately, is expected to be given the chance as Bayern's No. 1 if the the 39-year-old decides to retire at the end of the season.