Musiala Poised for Bayern Munich Comeback After Six-Month Injury Layoff

Key Takeaways:

• Jamal Musiala is set to rejoin the Bayern Munich squad for the Bundesliga fixture against RB Leipzig on Saturday
• The 22-year-old had been sidelined since breaking his left leg and dislocating his ankle during the Club World Cup against Paris St-Germain in early July last year
• Head coach Vincent Kompany confirmed that both Musiala and Alphonso Davies will not be pressured to immediately return to peak form

Musiala Returns Following Lengthy Spell on the Sidelines

Jamal Musiala is in contention for a first-team return for Bayern Munich this Saturday as they prepare to face RB Leipzig in the Bundesliga, marking his possible comeback six months after a major leg injury. The Germany international, aged 22, suffered a broken left leg and a dislocated ankle during the Club World Cup quarter-final against Paris St-Germain in early July last year, following a collision with PSG goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma.

Confirming the positive news on Friday, Bayern boss Vincent Kompany stated, “If all goes well today, the plan is that he will be there.” Musiala has not been included in Bayern’s matchday squad since sustaining the injury and has now completed his recovery.

🚨🗣️ Bayern head coach Vincent Kompany has confirmed that Jamal Musiala is close to making a return:

"If everything goes well today, Jamal will be available for tomorrow. That's great for him." pic.twitter.com/bJRWc0mRvK

— The Touchline | 𝐓 (@TouchlineX) January 16, 2026

Musiala’s Impact Prior to Injury

Before his setback, Musiala was enjoying an outstanding 2024-25 campaign, netting 21 goals and providing eight assists in all competitions. His performances were instrumental in Bayern Munich clinching the Bundesliga title. On the international stage, Musiala also starred for Germany at Euro 2024, scoring three times in five appearances.

The attacking midfielder will be eager to re-establish himself in both club and national setups, as he eyes selection for the 2026 World Cup.

No Immediate Pressure on Returning Players

Vincent Kompany underscored that there would be no undue expectations on Musiala or on 25-year-old wing-back Alphonso Davies, who has recently returned to fitness after overcoming a cruciate ligament tear. Davies made his comeback in December, having missed the season’s opening stages.

Kompany reiterated, “I don’t expect them to decide games for us,” adding, “I want a good integration with a good performance and at some point to be at 100%.”