Vincent Kompany has been officially discharged from the hospital following his sudden collapse during a Bayern Munich second-team training session last Friday. Board member for sports Max Eberl confirmed the news on Wednesday, stating that the former Manchester City defender is recovering well from a diagnosed meningeal irritation. Eberl emphasized that the manager’s release from medical care is the “biggest and best news” for the club, signaling a positive turn in a concerning week for the Bavarians.
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The incident forced Kompany to miss key media duties ahead of Bayern’s Champions League clash with Arsenal, where he had already been battling a viral infection. Despite his health struggles, the 39-year-old made it to the dugout for the 2-2 draw against the Gunners, demonstrating his commitment to the squad. His absence from the primary training ground was initially attributed to the viral issue, but the subsequent collapse during the B-team session prompted immediate medical intervention and a hospital stay that lasted until Wednesday.
With Kompany now back home to rest and take prescribed medication, Bayern Munich can focus on their immediate fixtures with confidence. Eberl expressed certainty that the manager will be “very soon” back on the touchline, a crucial update for fans and staff ahead of the DFB-Pokal match against Magdeburg, which Bayern won 6-1. The swift recovery timeline suggests the meningeal irritation was the primary culprit, allowing the club to maintain stability in the dugout as the season progresses.
Source: Sky Sports
