With its 6-1 rout of RB Leipzig, FC Bayern delivered an impressive dress rehearsal for the Champions League showdown against Arsenal. But despite the stellar performance, the German record champions have personnel concerns ahead of Wednesday’s matchup. After the Leipzig game, Joshua Kimmich hinted that other Bayern players might have been injured. Meanwhile, it’s already certain that Michael Olise and Jamal Musiala will be sidelined.

From a sporting perspective, preparations for the Arsenal match could hardly have gone better. Vincent Kompany’s team was in outstanding form against Leipzig and celebrated a well-deserved home victory.

However, the resounding victory may have come at a price. As Kimmich revealed to Sky after the final whistle, it appears not all players emerged from the match unscathed.

Kimmich hints at further injury concerns

“We have one or two players who sustained minor injuries today—I hope it’s nothing serious,” explained the defensive midfielder.

The 31-year-old did not specify which players were affected. It therefore remains to be seen whether further absences are indeed looming.

What is certain, however, is that Munich will have to do without Michael Olise against Arsenal. The Frenchman received a yellow-red card in the Champions League match against Viking Stavanger and is therefore suspended.

“Michael [Olise] is out due to his red card. That obviously makes things a bit more difficult for us, especially when it comes to replacing him in a game as important as this one,” Kimmich emphasized.

Nevertheless, the national team player remained confident: “But we have plenty of quality on the roster and will give it everything we’ve got. I’m really looking forward to the game.”

Kane Challenges Bayern Stars

Harry Kane also expressed regret over the absence of his attacking partner, but at the same time sees it as an opportunity for other players. “Of course, we’ll miss one of our players. Now other players have to step up and seize their chance. That’s the nature of competition at FC Bayern,” the Englishman explained to Sky.

Jamal Musiala won’t be an additional option for the offense on Wednesday. Sporting Director Max Eberl confirmed after the Leipzig game that the 23-year-old remains unavailable. “He won’t be ready in time for the match against Arsenal. He’s slowly being brought back into training, but he’ll be back in October,” Eberl explained.

This means Kompany will have to do without two of his most important offensive players against, of all teams, one of the strongest opponents in the Champions League.

It remains to be seen who will replace Olise on the right wing. Serge Gnabry and Lennart Karl are among the possible alternatives.

After their convincing performance against Leipzig, Bayern are nevertheless heading into the next big match with plenty of confidence. Whether further personnel issues will arise by Wednesday should become clear in the coming days.

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