Musiala reveals he has a neurological disorder

Bayern Munich midfielder Jamal Musiala has revealed that he suffers from a neurological disorder, after being carried off the pitch following his collapse during a pre-season friendly match two days ago, in a scenario that repeated itself for the second time within just three days.

The 23-year-old player fell to the ground just four minutes after coming on as a substitute in the final stages of the match against Heidenheim, a club in Germany’s second division. Musiala appeared disoriented while receiving medical treatment before being helped off the field.

Later, Musiala took to social media to disclose that he suffers from a condition that can lead to “temporary but treatable episodes.” He said, “I have been diagnosed with short, temporary absence seizures that are easily treatable, caused by a neurological disorder. This condition can lead to the situations that occurred recently, such as what happened against Leipzig and Heidenheim.” He added, “I know it may seem alarming at first glance, but it has now become part of my daily life.”

Musiala expressed his “deep gratitude for all the messages and support” he has received, adding, “I am receiving the best possible medical care regarding this matter, and I am very optimistic.”

The German international had also collapsed on the pitch during a match against Leipzig last Saturday, requiring medical attention amid hot weather in the Bavarian capital, where temperatures exceeded 30 degrees Celsius.

Musiala missed the first six months of last season due to an ankle fracture sustained during the FIFA Club World Cup, but he returned in the second half of the season and played for Germany in the 2026 World Cup.