Vincent Kompany has made his way back to Bayern Munich’s training facility after having to step aside from his managerial role due to a health concern that occurred last month.
The 40-year-old was transported to a hospital after he collapsed while observing Bayern’s reserve squad train. He was later found to have meningeal irritation, which is an inflammation of the protective membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord.
Kompany returns to Bayern Munich after illness
Bayern have verified that Kompany is on the mend and has already made his way back to the club’s training facility.
“Vincent Kompany is on the road to recovery and has been back at the training ground since the start of the week,” the Bundesliga club stated in an official announcement.
Nevertheless, his return has not yet included a complete resumption of training activities, as Bayern’s first-team squad is largely absent on international duty.
Meningeal irritation diagnosis led to Kompany’s absence
The former Manchester City captain was brought to a hospital after suddenly becoming unwell while watching a training session involving Bayern’s reserve squad.
Medical assessments uncovered meningeal irritation, an inflammation of the membranes that shield the brain and spinal cord. This condition required Kompany to step away from his duties as head coach while he was recovering.
His return to the training facility represents a favorable step forward after the health concern, though Bayern has not disclosed additional information regarding his recovery.
Aaron Danks leads Bayern while Kompany was absent
With Kompany unavailable, English coach Aaron Danks assumed control of the first team and guided an impressive series of results.
Bayern achieved four wins and one draw under Danks, preserving their strong form while their head coach was away.
The Bundesliga leaders are now getting ready for their next fixture, with Kompany’s return occurring before the conclusion of the international break.
Bayern Munich prepares for the Cologne match
Bayern’s upcoming game is against Cologne on 20 November, after the two-week international break comes to an end.
Kompany’s return to the training facility offers a positive development ahead of that fixture, though the club has not yet verified whether he will take up his complete coaching responsibilities in time for the match.