German goalkeeper Manuel Neuer is reportedly "99.9 percent" certain to retire from professional football, according to multiple media outlets on Wednesday. The 40-year-old Bayern Munich and former Germany captain has been weighing his future after a decorated career spanning nearly two decades at the highest level.
Neuer, widely regarded as one of the greatest goalkeepers in history, has won 11 Bundesliga titles, two Champions League trophies, and the 2014 FIFA World Cup with Germany. He revolutionized the position with his "sweeper-keeper" style, influencing a generation of goalkeepers worldwide.
The Bayern Munich stalwart has made over 500 appearances for the Bavarian club since joining from Schalke in 2011. His current contract expires in June 2025, and recent injury setbacks have limited his playing time this season.
Neuer has not yet made an official announcement regarding his retirement plans.
