“I don’t make these decisions” – Manuel Neuer backs out of favor Bayern Munich duo

Manuel Neuer has praised Leon Goretzka and Matthijs de Ligt, two players facing an uncertain future at Bayern Munich.

Both Matthijs de Ligt and Leon Goretzka are said to be free to leave Bayern Munich this summer. The former has been linked with a move to Manchester United, while the latter has attracted the interest of Atletico Madrid. The Bayern bosses are seemingly keen to part ways with the duo, although it remains to be seen if the duo will leave the club before the transfer window closes.

Manuel Neuer hails Bayern teammates Matthijs de Ligt and Leon Goretzka

Bayern Munich captain Manuel Neuer has now had his say on the future of the duo. The goalkeeper said, when asked about Goretzka, during a media round appearance, “I wish him all the best and of course I want him to be on the pitch with us. He’s helped us a lot and is a really great player. But in the end I don’t make these decisions.”

When asked about de Ligt’s future amid reports linking the center-back with a move to Manchester United, Neuer said, “I’ve always been very happy with him in the side. He’s a real defender who likes to tackle, gets involved in aerial duels and is always there. But of course, the club makes the decisions.”

Neuer’s comments give a clear indication that he would be happy for the duo to stay. While Goretzka is with the Bayern Munich squad in South Korea for their pre-season tour, de Ligt will return to the club’s training ground on Friday following his post-Euro 2024 break to undergo his performance diagnostics tests. It still remains to be seen whether his move to Manchester United will go through, although the two clubs are still in talks. The Dutch defender is keen to make the switch to the Premier League side.