FC Bayern will still have to do without Jamal Musiala in the upcoming top matches. Although the 23-year-old is working hard on his comeback after tearing a muscle fiber in his right thigh, it’s still too early for him to play in Saturday’s Bundesliga match against RB Leipzig. Things also look bleak for the Champions League showdown against Arsenal FC this coming Wednesday.
As reported by BILD, officials at the German record champions have decided not to take any risks with the star forward. Musiala is not expected to return to the field until he has fully recovered from his injury.
On Thursday, the national team player did complete a roughly 45-minute individual training session with rehab coach Simon Martinello. In addition to running drills, the session also included some light work with the ball.
However, he is not yet ready to return to team training.
Bayern officials don’t want to take any risks with Musiala
There’s a clear reason for this extra caution. Musiala has recently had to cope with several health setbacks.
Before his current muscle injury, the attacking player had been sidelined by a neurological dysfunction. According to him, this condition can cause brief lapses in consciousness, known as “absences.”
Bayern is therefore determined to prevent their star player from returning too soon and suffering another setback.
According to BILD, the 23-year-old’s full recovery is the top priority.
A specific date for his return has therefore not yet been set.
Kompany will have to improvise against Leipzig and Arsenal
For Bayern coach Vincent Kompany, the injury comes at an inopportune time.
Following the 2-2 draw against FC Augsburg and the disappointing 3-3 tie at Viking Stavanger, the record champions are under pressure to perform. They’ll look to get back on track against RB Leipzig on Saturday.
Just four days later, another challenging task awaits in the Champions League against Arsenal.
It is precisely in such games that Musiala could make the difference with his creativity, dribbling, and individual talent.
For now, however, Kompany must plan his offense without the German national team player.
Still, there is cautiously positive news coming from Bayern’s injury list. Young prospect Maycon Cardozo also completed an individual training program on Thursday. The 18-year-old is working on his return after suffering a severe shoulder dislocation.
As for Musiala, the policy remains clear: FC Bayern would rather accept a longer layoff than risk the health of its superstar.