Baumann ahead of Leno and Karius in Bayern's back-up goalkeeper search
TSG Hoffenheim veteran Oliver Baumann is currently Bayern Munich's preferred candidate as Jonas Urbig's backup for next season.As Sky Germany understands, at least from a profile perspective, Baumann ...
Oliver Baumann is currently the favored choice to become Bayern Munich's backup goalkeeper for the upcoming season, according to Sky Germany. The TSG Hoffenheim veteran is seen as a perfect fit for the Bavarian club's requirements. However, it remains uncertain whether the 36-year-old would accept the backup role or decide to stay as Hoffenheim's first choice.
Baumann is also vying for the Bundesliga appearance record, which he is just 70 games away from breaking. Furthermore, he is among Bayern's goalkeeper shortlist, which also includes Bernd Leno and Loris Karius. Leno's contract is set to expire, but Fulham FC has a unilateral option to extend it, placing him higher on the list. Loris Karius, who has impressed Bayern with his performances at Schalke this season, is also on the shortlist.
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