Fresh Bayern worries: This player could miss the big clash against Dortmund | OneFootball

Before the duel with Dortmund, the question marks in Bayern’s defense are growing once again. The left side in particular is a concern.

Raphaël Guerreiro had to skip team sessions this week and worked only individually. According to BILD, the 31-year-old was back on the pitch on Thursday morning, but on his own – repeatedly reaching for his right thigh. The Portuguese is therefore a major doubt for Saturday. Guerreiro has repeatedly struggled with minor muscular issues throughout his career, which have already set him back this season.

Josip Stanišić has also not returned to team training. As BILD reports, the 25-year-old has so far only completed individual sessions on the pitch – an appearance against BVB currently seems unlikely. A few days ago, a squad spot was at least considered a realistic goal for the Croatian, but recent developments speak against it.

Flanks remain thinly staffed

That leaves Vincent Kompany with only two fit full-backs at the moment: Sacha Boey on the right and utility man Konrad Laimer, who will have to fill in on the left again. There are no real alternatives behind the duo. The coach has to hope there are no further injuries. Hiroki Ito and Alphonso Davies are long-term absences. The defensive lineup for the Klassiker against Dortmund is therefore virtually set. Especially against Dortmund’s quick wide men, this could become a real stress test for Bayern’s back line.

On the positive side: Alphonso Davies is making noticeable progress in rehab. According to BILD, his return to team training is imminent – but the comeback comes too soon for the BVB blockbuster. The 24-year-old is to be gradually reintroduced to full load over the coming weeks. That at least keeps alive the hope that Kompany will have more options on the flanks again in the near future.

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