Jamal Musiala, the 20-year-old midfield dribbler for FC Bayern, will be missing the German national team’s next two international matches due to a muscle fiber tear in the thigh. The injury was diagnosed after a scan in Frankfurt, and sources claim that the player is likely to be down for at least two weeks. This is a major blow for both the national team and FC Bayern, with some speculating that the absence could stretch into the top game against Dortmund.
The injury issue could also impact Bayern’s first leg of the Champions League quarter-finals against Manchester City on April 11th. Despite the setback, Musiala had travelled to the DFB in Frankfurt after Bayern’s defeat in Leverkusen alongside Joshua Kimmich, Leon Goretzka, and Serge Gnabry on Sunday. However, he only stayed for one night before leaving on Monday, raising concerns for his fans and team managers alike.
This injury setback is particularly challenging for Bayern’s coach, Hansi Flick, who has been relying on Musiala as a key player for the upcoming European Championships scheduled to be played at home in 2024. Flick expressed disappointment at the news, saying, “We all hoped that Jamal would be fit because he has unique quality. That’s why it’s a shame for everyone that he’s not there. We hope that he will be fit again quickly and can play again after the international matches.”
The extent and duration of Musiala’s injury remain uncertain, but for now, Bayern fans are bracing themselves for what could be a challenging few weeks ahead. The focus will now turn to how the team manages without one of their brightest prospects, and how soon they can expect his return to the field. For now, all eyes are on the young midfielder as he recovers and works towards his return.
