Bayern Munich’s top scorer Harry Kane was forced to leave the field early in last weekend’s Klassiker, a 1-1 draw against Borussia Dortmund, due to a minor muscle strain. The injury occurred just 33 minutes into the match, raising concerns about his availability for upcoming fixtures.
Speaking to the media on Friday, Bayern head coach Vincent Kompany shared a positive outlook. “Things are progressing well,” Kompany said, choosing not to commit to a specific recovery timeline to avoid undue pressure on the club’s medical staff. He remained cautiously optimistic, suggesting Kane could potentially return within the year if all goes according to plan.
Lineup Adjustments Amid Kane’s Absence
Kane’s injury has left Bayern adjusting their attack. In the Klassiker, veteran Thomas Müller filled the void left by the England captain. However, during Bayern’s DFB Pokal defeat to Bayer Leverkusen earlier this week, Kompany opted for a different approach, deploying Jamal Musiala in the forward role.
With Heidenheim next on Bayern’s Bundesliga schedule, it remains unclear who will lead the line. Kompany’s tactical decisions will be closely scrutinized as the team looks to maintain momentum without their prolific striker.
Rehabilitation Progress and Return Timeline
According to reports from BILD, Kane has already begun his recovery program, completing laps and working with rehabilitation specialist Simon Martinello at Bayern’s Säbener Straße training facility. The England international has been a standout performer, reaching the remarkable milestone of 50 Bundesliga goals in just 32 appearances—a league record.
Despite his rapid recovery, Kane is ruled out of Bayern’s clashes against Heidenheim and Shakhtar Donetsk. However, if his rehabilitation progresses without any setbacks, he could make his comeback in the Bundesliga match against Mainz. His potential return will provide a significant boost for the Rekordmeister as they look to compete on multiple fronts this season.
