FC Bayern Signs Young Goalkeeper Jonas Urbig as Neuer's Long-Term Successor

The 21-year-old joins from 1. FC Köln with ambitions to develop under Manuel Neuer and eventually secure a starting role.

Jonas Urbig, a 21-year-old U21 national goalkeeper, has signed with FC Bayern Munich from 1. FC Köln for a reported €7 million base fee, plus potential bonuses.
Urbig will initially serve as a backup to Manuel Neuer, with plans to develop him into Neuer's long-term successor by 2029.
Despite losing his starting role at Köln earlier this season, Bayern's management, including Sportvorstand Max Eberl, strongly believes in Urbig's potential and modern goalkeeping abilities.
Manuel Neuer, who is nearing a contract extension until 2026, has expressed confidence in Urbig's talent and sees him as a valuable addition to the team.
The transfer has sparked debate, with some, like ex-goalkeeper Roman Weidenfeller, questioning whether Urbig should have prioritized gaining first-team experience elsewhere.