Bayern Powerbroker Uli Hoeneß Says Musiala May Never Return to the Player He Was
Uli Hoeneß said Musiala’s illness can be managed with medication, but questioned whether the Bayern playmaker will ever regain his previous level.
- On Sunday, Bayern Munich honorary president Uli Hoeness questioned whether Germany forward Jamal Musiala can "regain the performance level he once had" after being diagnosed with a neurological disorder.
- After collapsing twice in August, Musiala was diagnosed with "neurological dysfunction," compounded by a broken leg in July 2025 and a hamstring injury sidelining him since September.
- Describing the situation as "a dilemma," Hoeness suggested Bayern might eventually question whether Musiala's current capabilities meet his contractual obligations, noting medication can only partially control the illness.
- Lothar Matthaeus, a former Bayern captain, interpreted the comments as provocation, telling broadcaster Sky, "Uli is taking a little stab at him" to motivate the player.
- Wellbeing remains the club's primary concern, Hoeness stressed, as the 23-year-old remains under contract at Bayern until 2030 while working toward "full recovery.
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With his suggestion that Jamal Musiala would earn too much for what he does, Bavaria's honorary president Uli Hoeneß has caused a lot of trouble. Lothar Matthäus also attacks his head ...
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Independent EspañolUli Hoeness, the influential leader of Bayern Munich, questioned Jamal Musiala's ability to return to being the player he was before he was diagnosed with neurological dysfunction.
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Bayern Munich honorary president Uli Hoeness has caused concern in Germany with his statements about Jamal Musiala's health, questioning whether the midfielder will ever be able to return to his previous level. Hoeness was invited to the "Sonntags-Stammtisch" show of Bavarian public broadcaster BR on Sunday, where he spoke openly about the 23-year-old's situation. "With him, we are in a dilemma. It is a disease that cannot be cured, but it can b…
'Musiala may never return to his best form'
The words of the honorary president of the German club on the three-quartered class 2003: "Imagine if his contract was questioned"
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