Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer declined to comment on Saturday regarding reports that he could be a surprise addition to Germany's World Cup squad, but he did not dismiss the possibility of an international comeback.
The 2014 World Cup winner, who retired from the national team after Euro 2024, had a solid season with Bundesliga champions Bayern. He signed a contract extension with the club on Friday, and the lack of a clear successor for Germany has brought his name back into consideration.
When asked after Saturday's season-ending win over Cologne whether he had been in touch with Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann, the 40-year-old Neuer said: "No, not right now. We stay in touch all year round – just like with other former coaches and officials."
Regarding a potential World Cup spot, Neuer stated: "I'm totally relaxed about it. We're celebrating the championship today. I have a very important German Cup final next week. For me (the World Cup) is not an issue today. It is just nice to celebrate the league title and to have the match next week."
Nagelsmann will announce Germany's World Cup squad on May 21. Neuer and Bayern narrowly missed out on a spot in the Champions League final, losing to holders Paris St. Germain in the semifinals last week. However, they can still win the domestic double and face VfB Stuttgart in the German Cup final on May 23.
