Bayern Munich issue Jamal Musiala health update after he collapsed twice in consecutive pre-season matches

BAYERN MUNICH issued a health update on Jamal Musiala as he returned to training. The German midfielder, 23, collapsed in twice during two pre-season matches within four days. Jamal Musiala is responding well to increased medication Credit: Getty Vincent Kompany gave the positive update Credit: Getty Ismael Saibari’s quick-thinking meant he was able to catch Musiala when it happened for the first time against RB Leipzig. And then Harry Kane told Bayern and Heidenheim players to form a shield of privacy around the stricken star when it happened for the second time. Sign up for the Football newsletter Thank you! Musiala revealed he had been diagnosed with a “neurological dysfunction” that caused “absence seizures” – but said it was “temporary and easily treatable”. He gave a lengthy statement to explain the situation and thank fans for their support, while Bayern revealed they were “aware of the situation”. And now his manager has provided a further update. Vincent Kompany confirmed Musiala will not play Bayern’s Bundesliga opener against Stuttgart on Friday – but did train with the team on Thursday. However, he did say the playmaker is repsonding well to an adjustment in his treatment. And Bayern fans will be buoyed by the news that the manager is confident Musiala will return to competitive football. Most read in Football Musiala was involved in training with Bayern on Thursday Credit: Getty He collapsed twice within four days due to absence seizures Credit: Getty Kompany said: “He’s getting used to the increase in medication and he’s responding well to it. “He’ll be back in the squad at some point and he’ll play normally again. “But of course we’ll make that decision hand in hand with all the experts (doctors) and everyone else. But he’s fine.” Musiala’s collapses against Leipzig and Heidenheim – the latter just eight minutes after coming on as a sub – were absence seizures, formerly known as petit-mal seizures, which are a type of epileptic seizure. Typically diagnosed during childhood, they are caused by a temporary neurological lapse where the brain pauses electric signals. Alphonso Davies admitted it was deeply distressing to see the incidents. He said: “These two incidents broke my heart. “The doctors are doing everything they can to help him through this situation. “The best thing we can do as a team is give him positive energy so that he can keep a clear head and fight his way through it. “We’ll support Jamal, not just as a player, but as a person. We have to support him as a friend, like a brother. But I know Jamal, and I know he’ll come back stronger.” And Musiala insisted worried fans should not be concerned about the scares. He wrote on Instagram: “First things first – I’m doing well! I’m especially grateful for your messages and support! “I understand that many of you are worried. I’d like to alleviate those concerns today and explain something. “I’ve been diagnosed with temporary, brief, but easily treatable absence seizures, which are due to a neurological dysfunction. “These can lead to the recent episodes, like the one against Leipzig or now in Heidenheim. “I know they seem scary at first glance – but for me, they’re currently just part of my everyday life. I’m receiving excellent medical treatment and am very optimistic. “FC Bayern and my family and friends are always by my side and supporting me on this journey. “Importantly, there are no further health risks. In close consultation and regular communication with the experts, it was my personal wish to face this challenge and, with the clearance from the neurologists, to continue focusing on what helps me most in my recovery: simply living my daily life and pursuing my passion for playing football. “I’ve taken responsibility for that. Overall, I have a very good feeling and I’m on the right track. “What helps me most on this path is continuing to chase victories and titles with my team and your amazing support. “I hope you can understand me better now. “At the same time, I ask for your understanding that I would like to keep this matter within my closest circle of confidants, the club, and the experts. Thank you so much, J.” Comment now