Goalkeeper legend: | "Germany needs Manuel Neuer now":
Marc-André ter Stegen is injured and sidelined, and suddenly Manuel's name is once again hanging over ...
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Neuer Considered to Solve Germany's Goalkeeper CrisisSepp Maier urges national team to consider Manuel Neuer after ter Stegen faces a second back surgery sidelining him for months.
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- Marc-André ter Stegen is out for several months due to a second back surgery and has lost his starting spot at Barcelona.
- Goalkeeper legend Sepp Maier believes Manuel Neuer is a viable option for the national squad given the current circumstances.
- Lothar Matthäus highlights the need to explore alternatives as ter Stegen will struggle to gain match practice before the World Cup.
- Neuer is valued for his experience and presence, making a return a sensible choice if he remains fit.
Germany needs Manu now— Sepp Maier in an interview with SPORT1 regarding the return of Manuel Neuer to the national team.
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