Promise by Eberl to Musiala: "We stand united as a unit"
In a disappointing turn of events for Bayern Munich, young star Jamal Musiala is set for a considerable absence from the pitch, following a serious injury sustained during the Club World Cup quarter-final against Paris Saint-Germain.
The 19-year-old English-German midfielder broke his left fibula and suffered ligament damage, according to reports in Bild newspaper hours after Bayern's 0-2 defeat against PSG. The injury occurred late in the first half after a challenge with PSG goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma, forcing Musiala to be stretchered off and taken to hospital immediately.
Max Eberl, the sporting director of FC Bayern Munich, has confirmed that an operation for Musiala could take place in Atlanta or Germany. The specific location for the operation has not been confirmed yet. The estimated recovery timeline for Musiala is four to five months, which would keep him sidelined for a substantial period, impacting Bayern’s plans significantly.
Eberl expressed his support for Musiala, highlighting the player's playing joy before his injury. He also mentioned that the ideal plan is to perform the operation and aftercare for Musiala in Germany. The operation for Musiala is yet to be scheduled.
The injury setback is a major blow for both Bayern Munich and the German national team, as Musiala has been a key player known for his talent and recent accolades. The Club World Cup games were Musiala's first after a more than two-month injury break due to a muscle bundle tear in the thigh.
Despite the unfortunate circumstances, Bayern's coach Vincent Kompany remains hopeful that Musiala will come back stronger in the next season. As of Saturday evening (local time), there was no official confirmation from FC Bayern Munich regarding the details of the team's return or Jamal Musiala's condition.
Reports indicate ligament tears around the ankle for Musiala, in addition to the fractured left fibula. The young midfielder is reportedly extremely sad and disappointed following his injury. Bayern's contingent had already returned to the base camp in Orlando after the tournament exit from Atlanta, with Musiala included in the return flight scheduled for tonight (local time).
The injury against PSG was Musiala's first appearance in the Munich starting line-up in three months. The further course of action for Musiala's injury is yet to be determined, but the club and fans alike will be hoping for a speedy and successful recovery for the promising young player.
The setback in Jamal Musiala's sports career continues as he faces four to five months of recovery from a fractured left fibula and ligament damage sustained during a football match. Despite the devastating injury, Bayern Munich and the German national team eagerly await his return to the field next season.
