The Bayern Munich goalkeeper Jonas Urbig is dealing with a critical choice this summer season that might considerably affect his profession. The skilled young goalkeeper, who has actually all of a sudden discovered himself in the spotlight for the Bundesliga champs, has the chance to either travel with Bayern to the distinguished Club World Cup arranged for June or sign up with Antonio di Salvo’s Germany U21 team as they complete in the extremely prepared for European Championship this exact same month. This crossroads provides a unique predicament for Urbig, whose appealing profession is simply starting to unfold.

In a current interview with Kicker, Urbig openly confessed that he has yet to complete his choice. This season has actually been absolutely nothing except amazing for the young keeper, filled with unanticipated advancements that have actually evaluated his strength. The unforeseen transfer from FC Köln in January contributed to the whirlwind, and an injury to Bayern’s first-choice goalkeeper Manuel Neuer has actually moved the 21-year-old into action, leading to him making 8 starts in the Bundesliga and 4 in the Champions League.

At the start of the year, Urbig might not have actually visualized being thrust into such a high-pressure environment so rapidly. Understandably, his efficiencies have actually been blended, showcasing both his possible and the growing discomforts of a young professional athlete. The Germany U21 global, who has actually made 8 caps, has 2 tidy sheets in the Bundesliga to his name, however he has actually likewise come across some significant obstacles, consisting of a considerable mistake versus Leipzig simply last weekend.

Urbig has actually revealed the requirement for time to change and settle in when the season concludes. During his conversation with Kicker, he likewise communicated his expect his previous academy, which played an important function in forming his footballing journey, to clinch the 2. Bundesliga title. If FC Köln is successful in recording the champion in the 2nd department, the Euskirchen-native would accomplish an excellent turning point, ending up being the 3rd expert gamer after Pasi Rautiainen (Bayern/Bremen) and Frank Hartmann (Bayern/Hannover) to win both titles in Germany throughout the exact same season.

“I haven’t made a final decision yet,” Urbig showed concerning his option in between the Club World Cup and the U21 European Championship in Slovakia. “We [club management] will all sit down together and discuss the matter.” This thoughtful factor to consider highlights the weight of the choice ahead of him, showing both his aspiration and sense of obligation.

“I would be extremely happy if FC Köln became champions of the 2. Bundesliga,” Urbig specified enthusiastically, showcasing his commitment and assistance for his previous club. “I’ll be keeping all of my fingers firmly crossed for them.” His positivity and expect his past club’s success show his strong connection to his roots while browsing the amazing yet tough landscape of expert football.

GGFN | Peter Weis