Manuel Neuer Out for Rest of 2024

Bayern Munich's goalkeeper Manuel Neuer is expected to be sidelined for the remainder of 2024 due to a broken rib sustained in a collision during a German Cup match against Bayer Leverkusen. This injury adds to Bayern's growing list of sidelined players, including Harry Kane, Kingsley Coman, and Alphonso Davies. Coach Vincent Kompany stated that while the team has managed well despite the injury crisis, they hope to have Neuer back in January. The absence of Neuer, who received his first career red card in the incident, means Daniel Peretz will step in as the starting goalkeeper. Bayern is currently placed 13th in the Champions League standings, with a crucial match against Shakhtar Donetsk held in Gelsenkirchen due to ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Kompany remains optimistic about the team's performance amid these challenges.