Bayern Munich are weighing up a surprise move for former Liverpool goalkeeper Loris Karius as the German giants prepare for the expected summer retirement of long-serving captain Manuel Neuer. With Jonas Urbig internally earmarked to become the club's next first-choice shot-stopper, hierarchy at the Allianz Arena want to recruit a seasoned deputy ahead of next season.
Paulo Fonseca has staunchly defended his decision to field a heavily rotated Lyon side following their comprehensive 3-0 Europa League defeat at Hoffenheim. The Portuguese coach opted to rest several key starters in Germany, prioritising the upcoming domestic summit against Paris Saint-Germain.
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