Musiala may never return to his best - Hoeness

What the report says

Bayern Munich honorary president Uli Hoeness has said Jamal Musiala may never return to the level he previously reached, raising fresh concern around the Germany international’s recovery and future form. The comments, reported by BBC Sport Football, come after the 23-year-old suffered two collapses in four days during pre-season, with Bayern later saying he has a treatable neurological dysfunction that is being managed with medication.

Musiala is under contract with Bayern until 2030 and the club is expected to continue supporting him. The midfielder-forward has scored two goals in four matches this season, but he has not played for Bayern since a hamstring injury in September and has only recently returned to training.

The remarks also drew reaction from former Bayern and Germany captain Lothar Matthaus, who suggested Hoeness was trying to challenge Musiala rather than simply protect him. Matthaus said the statement could be used as motivation for the player. While the situation remains medical rather than disciplinary, it highlights the uncertainty around how quickly, or whether fully, Musiala can resume his previous top form.

Musiala joined Bayern from Chelsea’s academy in 2019 and has become one of the club’s leading players, with 71 goals and 38 assists in 235 appearances.