Sporting director Christoph Freund recently hinted that Nübel no longer has a future at the German record champions, despite having a contract running until 2030 and in light of Manuel Neuer’s latest contract extension. “We’ve held talks with his management and Alex is aware of our plans,” Freund stated after Saturday’s Bundesliga clash with 1. FC Köln, referring to Neuer, his deputy Jonas Urbig and Sven Ulreich. “We’re going into next season with this trio of goalkeepers; that’s the plan.”
Nevertheless, a final decision on Nübel’s future may not come until late summer, with concrete talks between Bayern and suitors likely to start only after the DFB Cup final against VfB Stuttgart. The club hopes a Premier League suitor will emerge, securing both a sizeable transfer fee for Bayern and a competitive salary for the keeper.
His exit would also free up salary-cap space for other targets, such as Anthony Gordon, and could even act as a bargaining chip in talks with Newcastle United.
Recent reports suggest the Magpies are planning a goalkeeping overhaul, with Sky claiming they have targeted RC Lens’ Robin Risser at a cost of €30–40m.
Brighton & Hove Albion could also be in the market if Bart Verbruggen departs, and Freiburg’s Noah Atubolu has recently been linked with both clubs.