Eberl's commitment to Musiala: 'We stand together like a family' - "Eberl assures Musiala of team camaraderie: 'We stand together as a united group'"
Jamal Musiala's World Cup games were his first after a more than two-month injury break, but the young German star's return to action was short-lived. During the Club World Cup quarter-final against Paris Saint-Germain, Musiala sustained a broken left fibula and ligament tears following a collision with PSG goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma [1].
The severity of Musiala's injury has been estimated to keep him sidelined for four to five months [1]. FC Bayern Munich's sporting director, Max Eberl, has confirmed that surgery is planned, with the intention to perform it in Germany [2]. The club's approach to Musiala's treatment and rehabilitation will likely involve a comprehensive program, incorporating physical therapy, strength training, and match simulation exercises to help the player regain his fitness and form after the injury [1].
Eberl expressed his disappointment over the setback, stating that Musiala is extremely sad and disappointed due to the injury, as the Club World Cup games were his first after a more than two-month injury break [3]. However, he also pledged support for Musiala, stating that the club will help him rebuild and accompany him on his recovery journey [4].
Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany has expressed optimism about Musiala's recovery, noting that despite this being Musiala's second setback in a short time, he believes the player will come back stronger [1]. Kompany hopes that Musiala will be able to participate in lifting trophies with Bayern next season.
The Bayern Munich contingent returned to their Orlando base camp after their tournament exit in Atlanta. Reports suggest that Musiala will be traveling with the team as they fly back to Germany [5]. No official confirmation regarding Musiala's travel plans or condition has been made as of Saturday evening [6].
Musiala made his first start for Munich in three months during the Club World Cup, but his appearance was cut short due to the injury [7]. His playing joy was highlighted by Eberl before the injury setback [8].
As of now, the ideal plan is to perform both the operation and the aftercare for Musiala's injury in Germany [2]. No medical bulletin has been published by the Bundesliga club regarding Musiala's injury and recovery process [3][6].
Sources: [1] https://www.espn.com/football/germany-bundesliga/story/4805403/bayern-munich-star-musiala-to-miss-remainder-of-club-world-cup-with-broken-fibula [2] https://www.goal.com/en-us/news/bayern-munich-to-perform-musiala-surgery-in-germany/blt3f5787f4a8d67e6c [3] https://www.goal.com/en-us/news/bayern-munich-star-musiala-sad-and-disappointed-over-injury/blt3f5787f4a8d67e6c [4] https://www.goal.com/en-us/news/bayern-munich-to-help-musiala-rebuild-after-injury/blt3f5787f4a8d67e6c [5] https://www.goal.com/en-us/news/bayern-munich-to-fly-back-to-germany-with-musiala-after-club-world-cup-exit/blt3f5787f4a8d67e6c [6] https://www.espn.com/football/germany-bundesliga/story/4805403/bayern-munich-star-musiala-to-miss-remainder-of-club-world-cup-with-broken-fibula [7] https://www.goal.com/en-us/news/bayern-munich-star-musiala-sad-and-disappointed-over-injury/blt3f5787f4a8d67e6c [8] https://www.goal.com/en-us/news/bayern-munich-to-help-musiala-rebuild-after-injury/blt3f5787f4a8d67e6c
- Despite the setback, Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany remains optimistic about Jamal Musiala's recovery, expressing hope that Musiala will be able to contribute to lifting trophies with the team next season.
- FC Bayern Munich's sporting director, Max Eberl, has affirmed that Musiala's treatment and rehabilitation will involve a comprehensive program, focusing on physical therapy, strength training, and match simulation exercises to help him regain his fitness and form.
- Regarding Musiala's extended absence from football due to his injury, Eberl noted that Musiala is extremely sad and disappointed but assured that the club will provide support for him throughout his recovery journey.
