SpotlightBundesligaUnverified source· 7 Aug 2026
Kompany: 'We Love Jonas Urbig' as Bayern Future Looms
Bayern boss Vincent Kompany heaps praise on young keeper Jonas Urbig ahead of a pivotal season.


J. Urbig
player
Age
22
Position
Goalkeeper
Club
Bayern Munich
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14 last season
What happened. Vincent Kompany publicly praised Jonas Urbig, expressing love for the 22-year-old goalkeeper and a desire to give him more playing time in 2026/27, while noting Manuel Neuer remains first-choice.
- Urbig played in the cup final and important Champions League matches.
- Neuer's retirement at season's end puts spotlight on Urbig.
- Kompany says playing time will come at the right moments.
“We love Jonas Urbig. We want him to continue his development and improve.”
— Vincent Kompany
Urbig's role could expand as Neuer's final season approaches, with Bayern aiming for continued success.
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