Uli Hoeneß may have publicly questioned whether Jamal Musiala will ever rediscover his previous level, but the latest information surrounding the Bayern Munich star suggests there is considerably more reason for optimism than his comments might indicate.
The honorary president’s recent appearance on BR’s Sonntags-Stammtisch reportedly caused some internal frustration at Bayern Munich, per Tz. While the underlying concern about Musiala’s long-term condition was understandable, the feeling was that
Hoeneß did not need to bring the subject back into the spotlight, particularly when the player’s most recent absence had been caused by a muscle injury.
According to a report from Absolut Bayern (Tz’s Bayern Munich newsletter), Musiala has not experienced another episode related to his neurological dysfunction in approximately two months. His medication has been adjusted, and the doctors overseeing his treatment continue to believe he can return to his previous level.
That is an important distinction from the picture painted by Hoeneß, who described Musiala’s situation as a dilemma and questioned whether the 23-year-old would ever again reach his former level of performance.
There is, however, a potential complication. Musiala’s medication reportedly affects his play during the initial period after taking it, making him somewhat slower than usual. The report also notes that Hoeneß may have the financial implications of Musiala’s contract in mind, with the attacking midfielder reportedly earning up to €25 million annually.
The more immediate obstacle has been Musiala‘s physical recovery from a muscular injury. He suffered a muscle fiber tear during Germany’s Nations League warm-up against the Netherlands on September 24. Although he recently returned to team training, his rehabilitation was not entirely straightforward. Absolut Bayern reports that Musiala experienced renewed pain during a conditioning session, forcing Bayern to reduce his workload.
That setback helps explain why his absence has stretched longer than expected. It also provides some context for Lothar Matthäus’ recent questioning of the injury return timeline, although there is no indication in the report that Musiala suffered a second muscle tear.
Importantly, Musiala’s standing within the squad has not changed. Vincent Kompany continues to regard him as Bayern Munich’s ultimate difference-maker and has consistently backed him, even describing the current version of the player as the best Musiala he has ever seen.
Bayern Munich still needs its number 10 back on the pitch, and nobody should pretend that his recovery is guaranteed to be straightforward. But the latest information offers a considerably more encouraging picture—the neurological episodes have reportedly been under control, his medical team remains optimistic, and Kompany has not wavered in his belief in the player.
Hoeneß may still be worried about what the future holds. Bayern Munich, however, appears to have plenty of reasons to believe Musiala’s best football is still ahead of him.
Join the conversation!
Sign up for a user account and get:
- New, improved notifications system!
- Fewer ads
- Create community posts
- Comment on articles, community posts
- Rec comments, community posts
