„That’s annoying“: Nagelsmann reacts to Musiala’s absence | OneFootball

Jamal Musiala will miss the DFB in the upcoming international phase – a decision that was made consciously and in close consultation with FC Bayern. Head coach Julian Nagelsmann has now explained the background and found clear words

After his recent positive development, the attacking player suffered another setback. „He showed a slight pain reaction in his ankle, which is normal. That’s annoying for us and for FC Bayern, because he was on a good path – and we would have liked to have him with us,“ explained Nagelsmann at the DFB press conference

Joint decision with Bayern

The decision not to nominate Musiala was not a one-sided one. Rather, Nagelsmann emphasized the close exchange with FC Bayern and coach Vincent Kompany. „As Vinnie said in his press conference, we both have the same interests.“

The focus is clearly on the long-term fitness of the playmaker. Musiala should now fully regenerate in Munich and be gradually brought back to his best form. „Jamal should now first get fit at FC Bayern and play a lot of games so that he can be an option for the World Cup squad.“

This makes it clear that the decision has not been made against Musiala, but for his future – both at the club and in the national team

Focus on the comeback

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Nagelsmann also made it clear that a short-term call-up in pain would have made no sense. „I decided against taking him with me and letting him play for two minutes in pain. That wouldn’t do us or FC Bayern any good.“

This statement underlines the pragmatic approach of the national coach: instead of focusing on short-term solutions, the focus is clearly on sustainable development

Communication between those responsible also appears to be working smoothly: „I am in very good contact with Vinnie and we are trying to decide what is best for the player,“ emphasized Nagelsmann

For FC Bayern, this decision means a certain degree of planning security. Musiala can be built up in a targeted manner during the international break – with a view to the crucial weeks of the season, in particular the upcoming Champions League clash against Real Madrid

The message is clear: for a key player like Musiala, long-term health is the top priority – even if that means having to do without him in the short term.