Bayern Munich eyeing Oliver Baumann amid Manuel Neuer uncertainty

Hoffenheim's German goalkeeper #01 Oliver Baumann warms up prior to the German first division Bundesliga football match between RB Leipzig and TSG 1899 Hoffenheim in Leipzig, eastern Germany, on March 20, 2026. (Photo by Ronny HARTMANN / AFP via Getty Images) / DFL REGULATIONS PROHIBIT ANY USE OF PHOTOGRAPHS AS IMAGE SEQUENCES AND/OR QUASI-VIDEO | AFP via Getty Images Manuel Neuer’s future is once again raising questions at Bayern Munich. And as the club prepares for every possible scenario, we can get a glimpse into what plans are underway.

According to a report from Sport Bild’s Christian Falk and Julian Agardi (via @iMiaSanMia) , should Neuer decide to retire this summer, Bayern are considering a move for Oliver Baumann. The 35-year-old Hoffenheim goalkeeper is one of several names on the club’s list as they look to reshape their goalkeeping department ahead of next season. The current plan would see Jonas Urbig step into the number one role, with Bayern searching for an experienced backup to support him.

Baumann fits that profile. Reliable, proven in the Bundesliga, and capable of stepping in when needed. But there is one key question: would he accept the role?

At 35, Baumann has been a consistent starter for years. A move to Bayern would represent a shift from leading presence to supporting figure. Whether that is a transition he is willing to make remains uncertain.