Musiala says neurological disorder diagnosed after two on-field collapses

Bayern Munich midfielder Jamal Musiala said on Tuesday (August 18, 2026) he has been diagnosed with a neurological disorder after collapsing twice within four days during pre-season friendlies, including matches against RB Leipzig and Heidenheim.

Musiala went down six minutes after coming off the bench in Bayern’s 4-2 friendly win at Heidenheim and required medical attention before being assisted from the pitch; he had also collapsed during Bayern’s 3-1 friendly victory over RB Leipzig on Saturday.

Musiala posted on Instagram: "I've been diagnosed with temporary, brief, but easily treatable absences caused by a neurological dysfunction." He added in the same post: "These can lead to episodes like the ones that occurred recently — such as against Leipzig or just now in Heidenheim."

Musiala stated that doctors had ruled out any further health risks.

The 23-year-old has made 231 appearances for Bayern; he was sidelined for six months last season after fracturing an ankle at the Club Cup, recovered to return later in the campaign and played for Germany at the 2026 World Cup.

A Reuters photograph accompanied reports showing Musiala receiving medical attention after an on-field collapse during the pre-season friendly against RB Leipzig on August 15, 2026.

Musiala concluded his Instagram post: "I know these can seem scary at first glance — but for me, they're currently part of my everyday life. I'm receiving the best medical care for this and am very optimistic."