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Jonas Urbig

Jonas Kurt Urbig is a German professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for Bayern Munich.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Jonas Kurt Urbig is a German professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for Bayern Munich. Born in Euskirchen, Germany, he came through the youth system at 1. FC Köln and has represented Germany at youth international level.

Early life and youth career

Urbig was born in Euskirchen and joined 1. FC Köln’s youth academy at age nine. He progressed through the club’s youth teams before moving into senior football.

Club career

After playing for 1. FC Köln II, Urbig went on loan to SSV Jahn Regensburg in 2023 and to SpVgg Greuther Fürth for the 2023–24 season. On 27 January 2025, he signed for Bayern Munich, receiving jersey number 40 and a contract until 30 June 2029.

International career

Urbig has represented Germany at multiple youth levels, including U17, U18, U19, U20 and U21. Available sources identify him as a Germany youth international rather than a full senior international.

Playing style

Standing at 1.89 m, Urbig plays as a goalkeeper. Public player profiles list him as comfortable with both feet.

Key facts

  • Jonas Urbig is a German goalkeeper for Bayern Munich.
  • He joined 1. FC Köln’s youth academy at age nine and later progressed through the senior reserve team.
  • Urbig had loan spells at SSV Jahn Regensburg and SpVgg Greuther Fürth before signing with Bayern Munich in January 2025.
  • He has represented Germany at youth levels from U17 to U21.
  • Urbig is noted for being comfortable with both feet.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Jonas Urbig?
Jonas Urbig is a German professional football goalkeeper for Bayern Munich.
When was Jonas Urbig born?
He was born on 8 August 2003.
Which club does Jonas Urbig play for?
He plays for Bayern Munich.
What position does Jonas Urbig play?
He plays as a goalkeeper.
Which youth national teams has he represented?
Sources list Germany U17, U18, U19, U20 and U21 among his youth international teams.

References

  1. FC Bayern Munich — https://fcbayern.com/en/teams/first-team/jonas-urbig
    Supports: Date of birth, birthplace, nationality, height, position, contract end date, signing date, and club history.
  2. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jonas_Urbig
    Supports: Signing date with Bayern Munich and general career overview.
  3. FotMob — https://www.fotmob.com/players/1285872/jonas-urbig
    Supports: Age, preferred foot, position, nationality, contract end date, club history, and youth international teams.
  4. SofaScore — https://www.sofascore.com/football/player/jonas-urbig/1130647
    Supports: Age, height, preferred foot, position, jersey number, nationality, and club.
  5. Soccerbase — https://www.soccerbase.com/players/player.sd?player_id=142740
    Supports: Place of birth, nationality, date signed, club, and age.