Bayern Munich manager Vincent Kompany has been discharged from hospital after collapsing during a training session. The 40-year-old suffered a concussion, diagnosed as a meningeal irritation, last Friday and will now continue his recovery at home. His team comes into this period off the back of a 6-1 cup victory over 1. FC Magdeburg on Wednesday, in which Michael Olise scored twice.
Sporting director Max Eberl confirmed the discharge on Tuesday. He described this as the best possible news for everyone involved. The exact timeline for the coach's return to the touchline remains uncertain and could take weeks. The sporting director explained that a meningeal irritation had triggered the incident.
Kompany collapsed after observing a training session of Bayern's reserve team. The incident occurred just days before a DFB-Pokal victory over 1. FC Magdeburg. In his absence, assistant coach Aaron Danks will take charge of the team. This comes during a turbulent period where Bayern have managed just one win, two draws, and two defeats in their last five competitive matches. This run includes a 2-2 draw with Augsburg and a 3-3 draw with Viking.
The recovery of the former world-class player will be closely monitored by the club's medical team and involves rest and medication. The club stated it is standing together during this difficult time. Eberl also dismissed speculation linking the incident to pressure in the Bundesliga.
Danks's stewardship begins immediately ahead of the top-of-the-table clash against Borussia Dortmund at the Allianz Arena on Saturday 31 October. This derby matchday is key for Munich to overcome their recent inconsistent form. The team can rely on top scorer Michael Olise, who has six goals in seven appearances this season. Alongside the managerial situation, the squad is also without Joshua Kimmich, who is on leave following his father's death.
The original report is at Der Spiegel Fussball
