Bayern Munich manager Vincent Kompany was taken to hospital by ambulance on Friday after collapsing at the club’s training complex in Munich, raising fresh concerns about his health following recent reports of illness and injury.
The incident occurred at Bayern’s Sabener Strasse training ground, where Kompany had been observing a session involving the club’s reserve team. Emergency services were called, and German newspaper Bild reported that a rescue helicopter also landed at the facility.
Bayern Munich confirmed the incident in a statement, saying Kompany had required medical attention after collapsing during training involving the club’s amateur team. The club did not immediately provide further details about his condition.
The incident comes after Kompany had reportedly been dealing with a viral infection and a hip injury in recent weeks. Bayern sporting director Max Eberl had previously spoken about the manager’s difficulties, with reports suggesting that he had needed assistance when climbing stairs.
Kompany’s illness had also raised questions about whether he would be available for Bayern’s Champions League meeting with Arsenal on Wednesday. However, the Belgian returned to the dugout for the match and resumed his training duties a few days before Friday’s collapse.
The latest incident follows a period of uncertainty surrounding the manager’s health, although further medical details had not been made public at the time of the club’s announcement.
Kompany, a former captain of the Belgian national team, began his managerial career six years ago before taking charge of Bayern Munich in May 2024. His appointment marked a new chapter in his coaching career after a playing career that included spells at Manchester City and other clubs.
Bayern had not announced a detailed explanation for Friday’s collapse, leaving the circumstances surrounding the incident and the length of any potential absence from his managerial duties unclear.
