Urbig to miss U21 Euros to take part in Club World Cup
Bayern Munich are planning to include Jonas Urbig in their squad for the FIFA Club World Cup in the United States as a backup to Manuel Neuer, according to Sky Germany.
As a result, the 21-year-old goalkeeper will not be available for selection for Germany’s squad for the Under-21 European Championship in Slovakia.
Urbig is the second-choice goalkeeper for the German U21s, sitting behind Freiburg’s Noah Atubolu in the pecking order.
Although Neuer has returned to full fitness following a long spell out with a calf injury, new Bayern head coach Vincent Kompany is said to be eager to have Urbig as an alternative in goal during the tournament.
With Bayern reportedly considering a plan to split playing time between the two in goal next season, the Club World Cup could serve as a valuable opportunity for Urbig to gain experience at the highest level and continue learning from the experienced Neuer.
