Key Takeaways
- Tom Bischof could return for Saturday’s Bundesliga match against Heidenheim.
- Lennart Karl remains doubtful for the weekend but might feature in the Champions League semi-final second leg.
- Alphonso Davies has resumed team training after a minor problem forced him off at half-time in Paris.
FC Bayern Munich may welcome back two squad members for their crucial Champions League semi-final second leg against Paris Saint-Germain next week. Manager Vincent Kompany confirmed on Friday that midfielder Tom Bischof is in contention to face Heidenheim in the Bundesliga on Saturday, though defender Lennart Karl will miss that fixture.
“We hope Tom can play tomorrow,” Kompany told reporters. “Lennart will not be ready this weekend. He could be available against PSG, but we are taking a careful approach with his recovery.”
The Belgian coach provided further details about Karl, who has missed the Bavarian side’s last four matches in all competitions due to a muscle fibre tear. Kompany explained that the defender’s lack of previous injury history complicates the situation. “When you suffer your first injury, you often do not understand exactly what is happening,” he said. “Lennart has never been injured before. Usually, this means a player recovers quickly and fully.”
However, Kompany stressed the need for patience. “Experienced players know their own limits. Lennart wants desperately to face PSG, but we must respect how the body responds.”
The former Burnley boss also addressed concerns about Alphonso Davies. The Canada international was substituted at the interval during the first leg in Paris because of a slight physical issue. Davies trained alone on Thursday but was expected to rejoin group sessions on Friday.
“Phonzie will train with the team today if he feels comfortable,” Kompany added. “He felt something during the match in Paris, which is why we made the change at half-time. I was not there, but the medical staff made the correct decision. We will see how he feels for the weekend.”