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Bayern Munich's Paul Wanner Sidelined with Ankle Injury
Paul Wanner, the young midfielder for FC Bayern Munich, is currently out of action due to a minor ligament injury in his left ankle. The injury was sustained during Bayern's friendly match against Tottenham Hotspur, and reports suggest he will be out for approximately 10 days as a precautionary measure [1][2][3][4][5].
This injury comes at a challenging time for Bayern, as they prepare for the start of their competitive season. The Bundesliga opener is scheduled for August 22, with Bayern hosting RB Leipzig at home [2]. Before that, Bayern will face the Franz Beckenbauer Supercup against VfB Stuttgart on the following Saturday.
Given Wanner's injury, it seems likely that he will miss these initial fixtures. The Bayern management has not specified the exact duration of Wanner's absence, but it is clear that he will not be available for selection in the near future.
Wanner's injury also presents an opportunity for other players to step up. The long-term absence of Jamal Musiala, who is still recovering from a fibula fracture after ankle luxation, means that there is a vacancy in the midfield [1].
Wanner returned to the professional squad of Bayern Munich after two loan years at SV Elversberg and 1. FC Heidenheim. His contract with the club extends until June 30, 2027. Despite his injury, Bayern fans will be hoping for a speedy recovery, so Wanner can return to action and contribute to the team's success.
In other news, Bayern will face Grasshopper Club Zurich in a test match on Tuesday. The team will be looking to build on their recent 2:1 win against Olympique Lyon, where Paul Wanner came on as a substitute [6].
Meanwhile, there have been reports that Werder Bremen and Borussia Mönchengladbach are interested in Wanner this summer [7]. However, there has been no confirmation of any potential move away from Bayern for the young midfielder.
Nick Woltemade's potential move from VfB Stuttgart to Bayern Munich also does not seem likely at the moment [8]. Alphonso Davies is another player who is currently out of action, having suffered an ACL tear. He is expected to return towards the end of the first half of the season [9].
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Wanner's ankle injury might affect his participation in upcoming European-leagues matches, such as the Premier League, since it appears he won't be available for selection in the near future due to his 10-day precautionary rest following the injury. With Jamal Musiala still recovering from an ankle injury, the absence of Wanner opens up an opportunity for other football players in Bayern Munich's midfield to showcase their skills.
