Bayern Munich star Jamal Musiala has issued a detailed statement explaining the neurological condition behind two concerning on-field episodes during the German record champions’ recent pre-season friendlies.
The 23-year-old experienced a second episode during Tuesday’s 4-2 friendly victory over Heidenheim. Musiala had only been on the pitch for six minutes when he suddenly went down in the 67th minute and appeared briefly disoriented. Teammates and Bayern’s medical staff immediately attended to the German international before he was able to get back to his feet and leave the pitch under his own power.
A similar incident occurred in Saturday’s friendly against RB Leipzig. Shortly after scoring Bayern’s third goal, Musiala went down in the 83rd minute and required treatment before leaving the pitch. Bayern sporting director Max Eberl stressed after the Leipzig match that “the most important thing is that he’s okay.” Following Tuesday’s recurrence, Eberl confirmed that the club were already aware of Musiala’s medical situation.
“We knew about it,” Eberl said, declining to discuss the details and indicating that Musiala would address the matter personally.
The Bayern attacking midfielder has now done so.
Musiala explained that doctors have diagnosed brief, temporary and treatable absence episodes connected to a neurological dysfunction. He stressed that he remains under specialist medical care and has received clearance from neurological experts to continue playing football.
Musiala also stated that there is no additional health risk associated with continuing his normal daily routine. The decision to keep playing, he emphasized, was made in close consultation with specialists and reflects his personal desire to continue living normally while undergoing treatment.
Jamal Musiala’s full statement
“First things first — I’m doing well!
“I’m especially grateful for all your messages and your support!
“I understand that many of you are worried. Today, I want to ease those concerns and explain something to you:
“I have been diagnosed with brief, temporary but readily treatable absence episodes caused by a neurological dysfunction.
“These can lead to moments like the ones that have happened recently, against Leipzig and now in Heidenheim.
“I know that at first glance they can look scary — but for me they are currently part of my everyday life. I am receiving the best possible medical treatment and am very optimistic. FC Bayern and my private circle are always by my side and supporting me on this journey.
“Importantly, there is no additional health risk beyond this. In close coordination and regular consultation with the experts, it was my personal wish to face this challenge and, with clearance from neurological specialists, continue doing what helps me most in my recovery: simply living my everyday life and continuing to pursue my passion of playing football. I have taken responsibility for that.
“Overall, I feel very good and am on a good path.
“What helps me most on this journey is continuing to chase wins and titles with my team and with your amazing support.
“I hope this helps you understand me better. At the same time, I ask for your understanding that I would like to continue keeping this matter within the circle of my closest confidants, the club and the experts.
“Thank you very much.”
Musiala had only recently returned to full team training after undergoing another procedure on the left foot seriously injured during the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. He spent Bayern’s summer training camps working individually before returning to Vincent Kompany’s squad.
The Germany international has now made clear that continuing to train and play forms part of the normality he wishes to maintain while receiving neurological treatment.
Musiala also requested that further details concerning the condition remain private between himself, those closest to him, Bayern and the medical specialists overseeing his care.