Atalanta face Bayern without their veteran regular goalkeeper

Bayern Munich have been dealt a significant blow ahead of their Champions League last‑16 clash with Atalanta, as Manuel Neuer has been ruled out with yet another calf problem. The club confirmed that their 39‑year‑old captain suffered a “minor muscle tear” during the 4–1 win over Borussia Mönchengladbach, forcing him to miss Tuesday’s first leg. Although Bayern did not specify a recovery timeline, Bild reports he could be sidelined for two weeks, meaning he would also miss the return leg and the Bundesliga showdown with Bayer Leverkusen.

Neuer has already endured multiple absences this season due to recurring calf issues, after missing ten matches last year with a similar injury. With his contract expiring at the end of the campaign and no clarity on whether he intends to continue, this setback adds further uncertainty to his future. For Bayern, the timing is far from ideal as they enter a decisive stretch of the season.