Source: Daily_Mail
Bayern fear Manuel Neuer transfer will collapse and open the door for Manchester United
ShareManchester United's chances of signing Schalke goalkeeper Manuel Neuer have been given a boost by Bayern Munich's admission that the German international may be out of their reach. [LNB]The stopper is one of the world game's brightest prospects and is certain to leave 04 at the end of the campaign, ending a 20-year association with the club.[LNB]Bayern were widely believed to be his destination of choice, with the player suggesting as such in a number of interviews. But Neuer's outstanding performance against United in the Champions League semi-final first leg rekindled Sir Alex Ferguson interest in a deal. [LNB] Safe hands: Manuel Neuer is wanted by a host of Europe's top clubs[LNB]Both United and Bayern are in the market for a new goalkeeper after Old Man Time caught up with current custodians Edwin van der Sar and Hans Jorg-Butt.[LNB]However despite overtures from players and management alike, Munich have no taken a step back from the speculation, opening the door to a rival bid from the Premier League.[LNB]Bayern chairman Karl-Heinz Rummenigge said: 'I don't really think we are going to find a quick agreement. And I am also not convinced that Bayern and Schalke will find a price which suits them both, but we will have to wait and see - the transfer window is still open for four more months.'[LNB] Lying down on the job: There are concerns from both parties that a deal will not be struck[LNB]'But We will definitely be signing a new goalkeeper,' he added.[LNB]Bayern are willing to offer ?20million for the World Cup keeper, still some way short of Schalke's ?35m valuation.[LNB]German newspaper Bild reports that the Bundesliga outfit have switched their attention to Mainz goalkeeper Heinz Muller. Bayern's director of sport Christian Nerlinger has already made initial contact with the player's agent with the opportunity for further talks likely to present itself in the coming weeks.[LNB] New target: Mainz goalkeeper Heinz Mueller has moved to the top of Bayern's wanted list[LNB]Mainz, who have just secured European football for next week, will be a hrd nut to crack, though. [LNB]'We certainly don't have any intention of selling him,' said general manager Christian Heidel.[LNB] You're wasting your time! Neuer says he won't join Manchester UnitedBayern remain in pole position for Neuer despite interest from UnitedArsenal must break the bank to sign Neuer but Bayern banners give hopeAll the latest Manchester United news, features and opinion[LNB] Explore more:People: Alex Ferguson, Heinz Muller, Edwin Van Der Sar Places: Munich
