Bayern’s Musiala diagnosed with neurological disorder after two on-field collapses

Bayern Munich midfielder Jamal Musiala said on Tuesday (August 18, 2026) he ​has been diagnosed with a neurological ‌disorder after collapsing during a ​match for the second time ⁠in four days.

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The 23-year-old went down six minutes after coming off the bench ‌in Bayern’s 4-2 friendly win at Heidenheim and required ‌medical attention before being assisted ‌from ⁠the pitch.

The Germany international also ⁠collapsed during Bayern’s 3-1 friendly victory over RB Leipzig on Saturday.

“I’ve been diagnosed with ​temporary, brief, ‌but easily treatable absences caused by a neurological dysfunction,” Musiala posted on Instagram.

“These can lead to episodes ‌like the ones that occurred ​recently — such as against Leipzig or just now in ⁠Heidenheim.

“I know these can seem scary at first glance — but for me, ‌they’re currently part of my everyday life. I’m receiving the best medical care for this and am very optimistic.”

According to Musiala, doctors had ruled out any further ‌health risks.

The midfielder, who has made 231 ​appearances for Bayern, was sidelined for six months last season ⁠after fracturing an ankle at the ⁠Club Cup, but he recovered to return afterwards in the ‌campaign and played for Germany at the 2026 World Cup.