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<p>Jamal Musiala Injured by Donnarumma</p>
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<p>It was a devastating moment for Bayern Munich. Not only did they face elimination from the FIFA Club World Cup, suffering a 2-0 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain in the quarterfinals, but they also lost their playmaker, Jamal Musiala, to a serious injury. Goals from Désré Doué (79’) and Ousmane Dembélé (90+5’) secured the win for PSG at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. Musiala's injury occurred after a foul by PSG goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma near the edge of the box. Referee Anthony Taylor, seemingly taken aback by the nature of the injury, opted not to review the incident, sending both teams to their respective dressing rooms instead.</p>
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<p>“Unfortunately, it doesn’t look good,” Bayern Munich sporting director Christoph Freund commented to DAZN during halftime regarding Musiala's injury. Observing the situation, it was clear that his ankle had been awkwardly contorted as he fell. Unsurprisingly, Bayern officials expressed their frustration. “When I land on Musiala's lower leg while sprinting, weighing 100 kg, the risk of injury is significant,” said Bayern's director of sport, Max Eberl. “I don’t believe he acted intentionally, but the lack of consideration is evident.”</p>
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<p>Fans and staff alike are left wondering about the severity of Musiala’s injury. “It was an emotional moment,” Bayern head coach Vincent Kompany stated. “It certainly looked dire. I hope it isn’t serious, but the signs aren’t encouraging. I wish him a swift recovery.” Kompany, who typically keeps his composure during press conferences, raised his voice with frustration. “I’m still agitated right now—not because of the scoreline; that’s football,” he said. “But because this happened to someone who cherishes the game so much.” Although initial reports from Atlanta suggested a broken fibula, Bayern has withheld confirmation.</p>
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<h2>Jamal Musiala's Injury – What’s Next for Bayern Munich?</h2>
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<p>This incident is undoubtedly another setback for Bayern coach Kompany. Last season, he faced critical injuries to players like Dayot Upamecano, Alphonso Davies, and Hiroki Ito, which hindered their Champions League ambitions. Now, before the onset of the 2025/26 season, he finds himself without another key player. “I don’t like to complain,” said Kompany when asked about the injuries. “It’s a reality we must accept. Our focus is to mitigate these issues before the season starts. We need to remain calm and objective. Ultimately, some things are beyond our control, like Musiala's injury, which is unfortunate.”</p>
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<p>Bayern's focus now shifts to the transfer market, where they aim to address their needs following Musiala's injury. The team has faced challenges in scouting a left-back, losing out on Florian Wirtz earlier in the summer, while Nico Williams recently extended his contract with Athletic Bilbao. Jamie Gittens chose to sign with Chelsea, and targets like Rafael Leão were never truly viable. One potential addition is Nick Woltemade from VfB Stuttgart. The 23-year-old German national team player is reportedly aligned on personal terms with Bayern, having stood out at the U21 European Championships with five goals and three assists in five matches. However, negotiations with Stuttgart could be intricate as they were displeased by Bayern’s clandestine agreement with the player.</p>
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<p>Player Comparison</p>
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<p>VfB Stuttgart</p>
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<p>€140.00m</p>
<p>Market Value</p>
<p>€30.00m</p>
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<p>Attacking Midfield</p>
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<p>Second Striker</p>
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<p>Contract until: Jun 30, 2030</p>
<p>Contract until: Jun 30, 2028</p>
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<p><span>Full Player Comparison</span></p>
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<p>Stuttgart will recognize that securing Woltemade has become crucial for Bayern Munich. His versatility as both a forward and playmaker could provide a short-term solution to fill the gap left by Musiala. There’s an expectation that Bayern will make a strong push for the Stuttgart star. However, Woltemade alone will not suffice; Bayern will still require a left winger and potentially another central attacking player, depending on the extent of Musiala’s injury. Moreover, Bayern has accrued over €50 million from the tournament, which, while not immediately accessible, could provide vital support in mitigating the significant void left by Musiala’s absence.</p>
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