Kompany Confirms Urbig as Bayern’s Starting Goalkeeper, Neuer to Sit Out Köln Clash

Key Takeaways:

• Vincent Kompany confirmed Jonas Urbig will start in goal for Bayern Munich in their Bundesliga trip to Borussia Mönchengladbach tomorrow
• Josip Stanisic and Serge Gnabry will rejoin the Bayern squad after injury recoveries
• Manuel Neuer is suspended for the upcoming German Cup tie against Köln and will sit out both fixtures

Goalkeeper Decision for Upcoming Fixtures

Bayern Munich manager Vincent Kompany has announced that Manuel Neuer will not feature between the posts for their Bundesliga away clash against Borussia Mönchengladbach tomorrow. Instead, Jonas Urbig will be handed the starting role, with Kompany citing the importance of providing clarity and preparation ahead of Bayern’s German Cup meeting with Köln in a few days, for which Neuer is already suspended. Neuer will still travel with the squad to Gladbach, while Urbig is given the opportunity to prove himself ahead of his return to face former club Köln.

Vincent Kompany confirms yesterday's BILD report: "Jonas Urbig will start tomorrow. I don't usually say anything about the starting eleven. But I've learned that goalkeepers are always a bit different. We've discussed it clearly, and that also has to do with the fact that Jonas… pic.twitter.com/SgdpyBX4EH

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Squad Updates: Returning Players

Kompany further revealed that Josip Stanisic and Serge Gnabry are set to make their comebacks after injury layoffs, provided they complete today’s training session without issues. Both players are expected to reinforce the squad as Bayern seek to secure a thirteenth consecutive victory.

Injury Status: Jamal Musiala

The Bayern boss also addressed Jamal Musiala’s recovery, noting the positive progress of his rehabilitation. Kompany highlighted the initial plan for Musiala to make his return in January, although he admitted that the process may be subject to change due to the nature of the injury. Kompany observed Musiala’s palpable excitement and determination in training, but stressed the need for patience as the German international continues his recovery.