Bayern Munich manager Vincent Kompany has been taken to hospital after collapsing while watching the club’s reserve team train on Friday, with the German champions confirming that he will remain under medical care while undergoing further examinations.
The 40-year-old Belgian required medical attention after becoming unwell during the session involving Bayern’s second team. The club confirmed the incident in an official statement, adding that Kompany’s coaching staff would take charge of training and match preparations until further notice. Reports from Germany indicate that his condition is stable, although Bayern have not provided a detailed medical update. <Cite refs={["turn224158search0","turn224158search8"]}/>
Kompany had been battling a viral infection for around a week, which forced him to miss training and Tuesday’s pre-match press conference ahead of Bayern’s Champions League meeting with Arsenal. Despite his illness, the former Manchester City and Belgium defender returned to the touchline for Wednesday’s 2-2 draw against the Premier League side at the Allianz Arena.
German football journalist Taufig Khalil told BBC Radio 5 Live that Kompany had appeared unwell during Bayern’s previous Bundesliga fixture against RB Leipzig. His absence from the pre-match media briefing was attributed to a virus, but his return to the dugout against Arsenal surprised some observers who had expected assistant coach Aaron Danks to take charge.
Khalil also reported that an emergency helicopter had landed at Bayern’s training ground following Friday’s incident, although Kompany was transported to hospital by medical vehicle rather than by helicopter.
Bayern sporting director Max Eberl stressed that the manager’s wellbeing was the club’s immediate priority and promised that he would receive all the treatment and time needed to recover.
“Vincent Kompany’s health is our top priority,” Eberl said, adding that the club would provide the necessary medical care and support. He also expressed confidence in Kompany’s coaching staff to manage the team’s responsibilities during his absence.
The incident comes at a busy point in Bayern’s season, with the Bundesliga leaders scheduled to face Freiburg on Sunday. It remains unclear whether Kompany will be available for the fixture, and the club has not announced a timetable for his return.
The former Manchester City captain joined Bayern as head coach in 2024 after managing Burnley and has since led the German side through domestic and European competition. For now, Bayern’s attention is firmly on his recovery, with the coaching staff expected to oversee preparations until further notice.
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