Kompany hospitalised after collapsing at Bayern training ground

By Adegboyega Adeleye Bayern Munich manager Vincent Kompany has reportedly been taken to hospital after collapsing at the club’s training ground on Friday, amid concerns over a viral infection that has affected his health in recent days. According to Sky Sports Germany, the 40-year-old Belgian received medical attention before being taken by ambulance to a hospital in Munich.

A rescue helicopter was also seen landing at Bayern’s training complex at Säbener Straße. Reports said Kompany had been battling a viral infection that caused significant discomfort, including problems with his legs and difficulties climbing stairs. German newspaper Bild also reported that the illness had aggravated problems involving old scar tissue.

The former Manchester City captain had experienced health concerns before Bayern’s 6-1 Bundesliga victory over RB Leipzig last weekend, when he reportedly spent periods of the match seated in the dugout. He subsequently missed training and the pre-match press conference ahead of Bayern’s Champions League meeting with Arsenal on Wednesday, leaving assistant coach Aaron Danks to address the media.

Danks said Kompany had been advised to rest while recovering, although he acknowledged that persuading the manager to take time away from his duties was difficult. “Getting Vince to rest is a challenge,” Danks said. Kompany recovered sufficiently to take charge of Bayern’s 2-2 draw with Arsenal at the Allianz Arena. After the match, he admitted that he had continued working despite the illness.

“I caught a pretty nasty virus last week, and of course I didn’t listen to my body,” he said. The latest reports said Kompany was in a stable condition, although the precise circumstances surrounding the reported collapse remained unclear. Bayern had not issued a detailed official medical update at the time of reporting. The German champions are scheduled to face Freiburg in the Bundesliga on Sunday, with Kompany’s availability for the fixture uncertain.

Assistant coach Danks could take charge if the Belgian requires further time to recover.