Musiala has undergone surgery and “Bayern” confirms. We are too late

Bayern Munich were quick to quell concerns following news of their star player Gamal Musiala’s surgery, insisting the procedure was “simple and routine” and part of a pre-prepared medical plan.

For the first time in the history of its participation in the World Cup, the German team lost on penalties to the Paraguayan team, which qualified for the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup.

Paraguay stunned Germany in the round of 32 of the 2026 World Cup by defeating them on penalties (4-3) after a 1-1 draw after regular and extra time in the early hours of Tuesday at the Boston Stadium in the United States of America.

The Bavarian club announced. Official announcement He said on Monday that Musiala underwent surgery after returning from the 2026 World Cup.

The statement explains: “This surgery is part of the routine medical protocol following his serious injury last summer and was scheduled to be performed long after the 2026 World Cup in North America.”

“Bayern” added that the purpose of the surgery is to ensure the player’s full fitness, stressing: “Thanks to this operation, the forward will be able to complete the pre-season according to a clear plan, ensuring his return in time for the first official matches of Bayern Munich.”

The announcement ends doubts over the German playmaker’s fitness and confirms that the club are taking a cautious approach to his recovery to avoid a repeat of the injury that derailed his career last summer.