Problems for Luis Díaz’s Bayern: three casualties after the match against Atalanta
The resounding victory of Bayern Munich facing Atalanta in the round of 16 of the UEFA Champions League It left a bittersweet taste in the Bavarian team. Although the team scored and took a huge step towards the quarterfinals, three teammates Luis Diaz They finished the game with physical problems and could miss the next Bundesliga match against Bayer Leverkusen.
The affected players were Jamal Musiala, Alphonso Davies and goalkeeper Jonas Urbigwho set off the alarms of the coaching staff during the match.
The situation of Jamal Musiala
The German attacking midfielder was substituted as a precaution after feeling physical discomfort. According to Bayern’s sporting director, Max Eberl, his case would be the least worrying.
“Jamal Musiala’s injury is the least serious; It was more of a precautionary measure.”.
The club has been especially careful with the physical condition of the player, who in the past suffered significant injuries such as a fractured fibula and ankle dislocation, which required a long recovery process.
The Bayern coach, Vincent Kompany also spoke about his situation:
“As for Jamal, I’m not sure if it will be something that will keep him out.. I don’t want to speculate too much. It has to do with his reintegration and his footing.”
The coach explained that the club continues to monitor his physical evolution day by day.
“He has had very good days and others where it doesn’t feel so good. We are in constant exchange. I’m not worried about Jamal at all. “He will be back to his best.”
Alphonso Davies, the case that worries the most
The most delicate situation would be that of the Canadian side Alphonso Davies, who would have suffered a new muscle problem.
“Phonzy Davies, unfortunately, has another muscle problem,” explained Eberl.
Davies has already had history of muscle injuries recent events, including a torn fiber in his thigh that left him out for several weeks in recent seasons.
Kompany himself confirmed that the defender will undergo medical evaluations before determining how long he will be gone.
Jonas Urbig’s coup
The third player affected was goalkeeper Jonas Urbig, who starred a strong crash during the game and ended up with symptoms of concussion.
“I’m not sure about Jonas Urbig; I was a little dazed and had a headache.”Eberl explained.
The blow occurred in a play inside the area in which the goalkeeper crashed violently with a rival attacker while trying to clear the ball.
Kompany also referred to the goalkeeper’s case:
“Phonzy and Jonas are injured… As for Jonas and Phonzy, we have to wait for the tests”.
Bayern now looks to the Bundesliga
While Bayern celebrates its great performance in the Champions League, the coaching staff continues to monitor the status of these three players, who they could miss the next game of the Bundesliga against Bayer Leverkusen.
If the absences are confirmed, Luis Díaz’s team could face that commitment with significant losses in defense, midfield and goal, just at a key moment of the season.
