Urbig instead of Neuer! Hamann calls for a change in goal for Bayern

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Didi Hamann is calling for Jonas Urbig to be given more responsibility as Bayern's goalkeeper, potentially becoming the number one goalkeeper regardless of Manuel Neuer's health status. Hamann made these comments on the Sky90 talk show, citing Neuer's recurring injuries as a problem. The former Bayern pro believes that Urbig should be tested over an extended period to assess his qualities under sustained pressure. Hamann thinks that isolated appearances would not be enough to determine Urbig's suitability.

Hamann suggested that Bayern should make Urbig the number one goalkeeper until Christmas, regardless of Neuer's fitness. He believes that playing 10 or 15 games is different from being the permanent number one, and that a clear decision is needed. Hamann also thinks that the club should not base its goalkeeper planning solely on Neuer's merits and should start thinking about the upcoming season. He emphasized that the club will carry on even without Neuer.

Not everyone agrees with Hamann's assessment. Matthias Sammer, the former Bayern sporting director, expects that Neuer will still have the edge once fully recovered. Sammer praised the respectful relationship between Neuer and Urbig and acknowledged the unique situation at Bayern. He believes that Neuer still ranks above Urbig in the goalkeeper hierarchy.