Bayern Munich Suffer Huge Blow as Jamal Musiala Ruled Out for Months

Bayern Munich face a major setback after Jamal Musiala suffered a broken left fibula and ligament damage, sidelining the attacking midfielder for an expected four to five months.

WHAT HAPPENED TO MUSIALA?

Jamal Musiala’s injury occurred during Bayern Munich’s 0-2 quarter-final defeat to Paris Saint-Germain in the Club World Cup. The 22-year-old was stretchered off after a heavy challenge by PSG goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma near the end of the first half. Medical reports confirmed Musiala fractured his left fibula and damaged several ligaments. He was immediately taken to hospital, and the estimated recovery time is around four to five months, forcing him to miss the start of the new Bundesliga campaign and potentially part of the Champions League group stage.

A previous report confirmed Musiala will switch to number 10 after the Club World Cup.

IMPACT ON BAYERN MUNICH’S SEASON

Musiala’s absence is a massive blow for Bayern, who relied heavily on his creativity and attacking spark last season. Despite his previous injury setback, Musiala managed to contribute nine goals and eight assists in 24 Bundesliga matches, helping Bayern win the league ahead of Bayer Leverkusen. The German international was also key in their Champions League run. Coach Vincent Kompany admitted this is a tough moment for both the player and the team, especially as Musiala had only just recovered from a long-term muscle injury.

Bayern Munich finished as runners-up in the 2023-24 Bundesliga season, according to a previous report.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR BAYERN AND MUSIALA?

Bayern Munich are set to begin their 2025-26 Bundesliga campaign without one of their brightest stars. Their next fixture is a tough match against RB Leipzig, with Bayern aiming to close a five-point gap to reigning champions Leverkusen. The Bavarian side will need to find creative solutions in midfield, as Thomas Muller and Leroy Sane leave the team in the summer. As for Musiala, club medical staff will monitor his recovery closely, with hopes he can return in time for the crucial stages of UEFA competitions later in the season.

Bayern Munich are the current Bundesliga champions, as noted in a recent report.