Vincent Kompany has officially returned to Bayern Munich’s Sabener Strasse training complex for the first time since his alarming collapse last week. The 40-year-old director of sport was photographed by Bild on Tuesday morning, appearing in the club’s offices with his arm in a sling, marking a significant step in his recovery after being hospitalized on Friday, October 23. His presence on the grounds signals a cautious but positive progression, though medical staff emphasize that his return to full duties remains a matter of weeks rather than days.
Belgian boss spotted at Sabener Strasse after meningeal irritation diagnosis
The incident occurred during a reserve-team session, where Kompany fell ill and was rushed to the hospital, where doctors diagnosed him with meningeal irritation. This health scare followed a turbulent week in which the Belgian was battling a viral infection that forced him to miss the pre-match press conference ahead of Bayern’s Champions League visit to Arsenal. Although he managed to stand on the touchline for that match two days prior to his collapse, sources noted he appeared subdued and visibly unwell, highlighting the physical toll the virus had already taken on his system before the acute episode.
Bayern Munich’s sporting director Max Eberl has reiterated the club’s strict protocol, stating that Kompany will only resume his full responsibilities once he is back to 100% health. “It will take weeks, not days,” Eberl confirmed, underscoring the priority placed on long-term recovery over immediate operational needs. As the Bundesliga champions prepare for their upcoming fixtures, the focus remains on ensuring Kompany’s complete restoration, with the club monitoring his condition closely to prevent any recurrence of symptoms.
Source: Yahoo Sports
