Jamal Musiala continues to work toward his comeback with FC Bayern. However, after numerous health setbacks, the question is increasingly being raised as to when the 23-year-old will be able to return to his usual level of performance. Sky expert Torben Hoffmann is now expressing doubts as to whether the star forward will ever regain his former strength.
Jamal Musiala’s run of misfortune continues. After the German national team player was already sidelined for a long time last season, he suffered a torn muscle fiber in his right thigh while playing for the DFB team at the end of September. Since then, the attacking player has once again been missing from FC Bayern’s lineup.
At least there has been some positive news recently. Musiala is once again training individually with the ball. Sporting director Max Eberl had announced that the 23-year-old is expected to return to team training during the upcoming international break. Afterward , he could be gradually reintroduced to match action through brief appearances.
However, it remains to be seen how quickly Musiala can regain his former form after his long history of injuries. On the Sky podcast “Mia san vier,” Torben Hoffmann expressed remarkable caution regarding the Bayern star’s prospects.
Musiala’s Streak of Injuries
When asked whether Musiala could return to his former level of performance, Hoffmann replied: “Well, it’s actually difficult. I can’t look into a crystal ball. All I’ll say is, I hope so.”
The former Bundesliga pro pointed in particular to the physical and mental consequences of the numerous stints on the sidelines. After serious injuries, he noted, it’s by no means a given that a player will immediately return to their previous level of performance.
Hoffmann emphasized that such a long period of suffering can take its toll. After repeated setbacks, he said, confidence in one’s own body must be rebuilt from scratch.
Hoffmann made it clear, however, that he expressly wishes Musiala a successful return. After all, the offensive player has repeatedly impressed fans in the past with his extraordinary skills.
“When will he be healthy?”
Sky reporter Kerry Hau is also watching the 23-year-old’s progress with concern. He recalled that Musiala had already shown glimpses of his former form during the 7-0 victory over Union Berlin in mid-September.
Just a few days later, however, he suffered another setback while playing for the German national team. “When he’s healthy, he can really be a huge asset. But when will he be healthy? That’s simply the question,” Hau explained.
For the Sky reporter, that is precisely where the biggest problem lies. Musiala’s soccer skills are undisputed. What matters far more, he said, is whether the national team player can manage to stay injury-free over an extended period.
FC Bayern therefore doesn’t want to take any risks. Eberl recently emphasized that Musiala should not be brought back into the lineup until he is fully fit.
Especially given the current injury concerns on offense, a fit Musiala would be enormously important for Munich. However, it remains to be seen whether the 23-year-old can permanently return to his former glory after his long period of suffering.