Neuer’s successor? Kahn has doubts about Urbig as Bayern’s No. 1

Jonas Urbig is considered the designated successor to Manuel Neuer at FC Bayern. The 23-year-old has long since established himself in Munich as a reliable backup and recently even made his debut with the German national team.

But two former world-class goalkeepers have doubts about whether the youngster actually has what it takes to be the permanent number one for the record-holding champions.

Oliver Kahn and Jens Lehmann expressed criticism of the Bayern goalkeeper’s prospects during a talk show on Sky. Both see the enormous responsibility associated with the role of starting goalkeeper as the primary challenge.