Musiala Comeback Nears as Kompany Delivers Reassuring Bayern Update After Health Scare

Jamal Musiala is edging closer to a return for Bayern Munich after Vincent Kompany delivered an encouraging update on the midfielder's recovery from his recent health scare.

The 23-year-old has been absent from competitive action after suffering two worrying episodes during Bayern's pre-season campaign. He has since revealed that he has been diagnosed with brief, temporary and treatable absence seizures linked to a neurological dysfunction.

Musiala returned to team training recently, but Bayern are taking a deliberately cautious approach to his comeback.

Kompany has now suggested that the Germany international could be available for Saturday's Bundesliga trip to Schalke — although the Bayern boss is refusing to put any additional pressure on his star player.

Kompany Opens Door for Schalke Return

Musiala was not included in Bayern's squad for Wednesday's DFB-Pokal clash with VfL Osnabrück, despite making progress in training.

Asked whether the midfielder could return against Schalke this weekend, Kompany left the possibility open.

“Perhaps,” the Bayern manager indicated, while making it clear that Musiala's wellbeing will determine the decision.

“I don't want to put any more pressure on the guy,” Kompany added.

The message from Bayern is therefore positive but measured.

Musiala is getting closer, but there will be no attempt to force him back simply because an important fixture is approaching.

Bayern’s Priority Is Clear

The latest update comes after Bayern temporarily stepped back from using Musiala while his treatment was adjusted.

Sporting director Max Eberl explained that the immediate objective is to reduce the frequency of the episodes, with the long-term hope that they stop altogether.

Only once that situation is sufficiently controlled will Bayern look to return Musiala fully to competitive football.

Kompany has also stressed that the club will make decisions together with the medical experts and the player rather than setting an artificial deadline for his comeback.

That approach means Saturday's meeting with Schalke should not be interpreted as a guaranteed return date.

If Musiala is not considered ready, Bayern are prepared to wait.

A Difficult Period for the Bayern Star

The health scare has interrupted what Musiala had hoped would be an important season.

The attacking midfielder had already endured a difficult period following the serious leg injury he suffered against Paris Saint-Germain at the 2025 Club World Cup.

After returning to action, Musiala was still working towards rediscovering his best level.

His latest health problems have now forced another period away from competitive football.

However, there has been encouraging progress.

Musiala has returned to team training, while Kompany says he is “doing well” and “getting better”.

That has raised hopes that his competitive comeback is now approaching.

Musiala Could Soon Be Back on the Pitch

Bayern's 4-1 victory over Osnabrück means the club can now focus on their Bundesliga meeting with Schalke.

Musiala's potential involvement will be one of the biggest talking points ahead of the match.

A return against the newly promoted side would mark an important milestone, but Bayern will not compromise their approach to his recovery for the sake of one fixture.

Kompany's latest comments suggest that the midfielder is moving in the right direction.

“If things continue this way, it won't be long,” the Bayern boss said.

That is perhaps the most encouraging part of the update.

There is no fixed comeback date yet, but Musiala appears to be getting closer to competitive football.

No Need to Rush the Bayern Star

For Bayern, the objective is not simply to get Musiala back onto the pitch as quickly as possible.

It is to ensure that when he returns, he can do so safely and confidently.

The club's medical team, Eberl, Kompany and Musiala himself will ultimately decide when that moment has arrived.

After the frightening scenes earlier in pre-season, that cautious approach is understandable.

For now, the signs are encouraging.

Jamal Musiala is back in training, his condition is being carefully managed and a competitive return could be close — but Bayern will wait for the right moment.

Fan Debate

⚽ Goal: Musiala will make his competitive comeback against Schalke.

🔥 Fire: Bayern are right to refuse to rush Musiala back into action.

😲 Shock: Musiala will return even stronger after overcoming his latest setback.

👍 Like: Bayern should give Musiala as much time as he needs before returning.

💬 Comment: Would you play Musiala against Schalke if the medical team gives him the green light