Vincent Kompany backs Manuel Neuer as Germany’s goalkeeper for the World Cup
Vincent Kompany has expressed support for Manuel Neuer's potential return to Germany's national team for the upcoming World Cup. Kompany emphasized Neuer's quality by calling him the best German goalkeeper, despite competition from younger talents. The final decision rests with coach Julian Nagelsmann, who has included Neuer in a preliminary 55-man squad.
- ▪Vincent Kompany stated that Manuel Neuer is the best German goalkeeper and deserves consideration for the World Cup squad.
- ▪Manuel Neuer has been included in Julian Nagelsmann's 55-man preliminary squad for the World Cup.
- ▪Other goalkeepers in contention include Jonas Urbig, Noah Atubolu, and Oliver Baumann, though Neuer remains a top candidate.
- ▪Kompany is Neuer's club manager at FC Bayern, where Neuer recently won the German championship.
- ▪Neuer had previously kept the door closed to a national team return, but recent developments suggest a possible reunion.
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