Bayern Munich assistant coach Aaron Danks has provided a reassuring update on manager Vincent Kompany’s condition, confirming the 40-year-old is making steady progress after collapsing during a reserve-team training session last Friday. Kompany was rushed to the hospital following the incident, which occurred after he had already missed several sessions due to a viral infection. While the club has not announced a specific return date, Danks emphasized that the former captain is in good spirits and improving day by day.
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Speaking ahead of Wednesday’s German Cup second-round tie against 1. FC Magdeburg, Danks shared details from a personal visit to Kompany. “I paid him a short visit yesterday,” Danks stated, highlighting the supportive environment within the coaching staff. He clarified that while there are no major changes to the initial diagnosis, the focus remains on allowing Kompany to rest and recover at his own pace. The absence of a strict timeline underscores the club’s priority on long-term health over immediate availability.
The incident marks a significant pause for the Belgian, who is expected to be sidelined for several weeks. With Bayern navigating a crucial phase of the domestic cup campaign, the coaching staff will need to manage the squad’s workload carefully in Kompany’s absence. Danks’ comments serve as a crucial communication to fans and media, mitigating speculation while maintaining transparency about the manager’s recovery trajectory. The team’s performance against Magdeburg will be the first major test of the staff’s cohesion without their leader on the touchline.
Source: The Independent Sport
