""He's a key player for us, just like Jonathan Tah. This duo has proven itself and they know what's at stake," Neuer said, as captured by @iMiaSanMia. "They understand each other well. The football we're playing defensively is enjoyable and they are very good defenders. They are also important in building up play. For me, they are both leaders who belong to FC Bayern and the team. And for me, it would make perfect sense if he stays.""
""Bayern Munich's No. 1 position has firmly belonged to Manuel Neuer ever since he joined the club back in 2011. He has become the Bavarians' captain and, though the end may be edging closer into sight, he will make it to 40 years of age and 15 years in total as Bayern's No. 1 when his current contract ends in 2026. However, the center back position at Bayern has been less stable. From Mats Hummels to Niklas Süle Lucas Hernandez to Benjamin Pavard to Tanguy Nianzou and more, center backs come and go at Bayern. No center back has stayed at Bayern for more than 5 years since Jérôme Boateng.""
Manuel Neuer has been Bayern Munich's No.1 since 2011 and serves as the team's captain, with his current contract running until 2026 when he will be 40 and will have spent 15 years as the club's first-choice goalkeeper. The center back role has been unstable, with many players cycling through since Jérôme Boateng, and no center back lasting more than five years. Dayot Upamecano approaches a five-year mark in 2026 and faces contract uncertainty. Neuer stated that Upamecano and Jonathan Tah are key players, strong leaders, effective defenders and important in build-up play, and said it would make perfect sense if Upamecano stayed.
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