Bild: Musiala to Miss Match Against Dortmund, Player May Return for Bundesliga Opener
ScoreFast365 August 21 - According to a recent report from the German outlet Bild, Bayern Munich head coach Kompany will confirm at the press conference before Friday's Supercup match that Musiala will not play against Borussia Dortmund, but he is expected to return to the squad for the league opener a week later.
Previously, in Bayern's friendly matches against Leipzig and Heidenheim, Musiala came on as a substitute but fell to the ground twice shortly after, and was later diagnosed with a neurological dysfunction. After a thorough assessment, doctors clearly advised him to continue playing football and allowed him to resume regular training and matches. In a personal statement, Musiala said: “In close communication with my neurologist, I choose to continue pursuing my love for football, which is the most effective part of my recovery process. I feel in good physical condition and am moving in the right direction.” The club and coaching staff decided to rest him for the Supercup to ensure a smooth physical transition, but he will not be sidelined for an extended period.
It is reported that Bayern's medical team will continue to monitor Musiala's physical responses, and if all goes well, he is expected to officially return in the league match against Stuttgart at the end of August, when he is likely to be included in the matchday squad.