Musiala's Comeback Chronicles: Bayern's Young Star Returns to Training After 164 Days on the Shelf

Musiala Returns to Bayern Training

Jamal Musiala returned to the Bayern Munich training ground six months ahead of Germany's World Cup opener against Curaçao.

The 22-year-old took part in the morning group session on Tuesday after 164 days out with a serious injury suffered during Bayern's Club World Cup clash with Paris Saint-Germain.

Bayern said he was greeted warmly by teammates, who staged a brief guard of honour as he walked onto the field, to the cheers of staff and players.

He warmed up and joined some passing drills before continuing his rehabilitation away from the main group.

The club's statement said Musiala would progress through a personal programme after these sessions.

The club's schedule has Bayern ending the year with a week of training ahead of a Sunday trip to Heidenheim, before the winter break.

Coach Vincent Kompany stressed that there should be zero pressure on Musiala or the medical staff, and he hopes the youngster can complete a few more training sessions before Christmas.

Kompany also indicated the plan was for Musiala to face January minutes rather than rejoin the starting lineup immediately.

The boss added that evaluating readiness would guide the next steps, with a return to the squad described as ideal if progression stays on track.

In short, it's a welcome milestone for Bayern as they balance caution with ambition, and for Musiala, a long-awaited step toward full rhythm.

Punchline: If patience were a sport, Musiala would be world champion—fortunately, he's allowed to sprint again.

Punchline: Bayern's winter break will arrive just in time for his sprint to the rhythm section—talk about a holiday upgrade.