Bayern Munich winger Jamal Musiala has revealed he is suffering from “treatable absence seizures” after he collapsed on the pitch for the second time in four days, Sky Sports reports.
The 23-year-old fell to the floor just eight minutes after coming on as a substitute in Bayern’s friendly with FC Heidenheim on Tuesday night.
It follows a similar incident in Saturday’s friendly against RB Leipzig, but the Germany international says there is no long-term health risk.
“First things first – I’m doing well! I’m especially grateful for your messages and support!” He wrote on Instagram.
“I understand that many of you are worried. I’d like to alleviate those concerns today and explain something: I’ve been diagnosed with temporary, brief, but easily treatable absence seizures, which are due to a neurological dysfunction.
“These can lead to the recent episodes, like the one against Leipzig or now in Heidenheim.
“I know they seem scary at first glance – but for me, they’re currently just part of my everyday life.
“I’m receiving excellent medical treatment and am very optimistic. FC Bayern and my family and friends are always by my side and supporting me on this journey.
“Importantly, there are no further health risks. In close consultation and regular communication with the experts, it was my personal wish to face this challenge and, with the clearance from the neurologists, to continue focusing on what helps me most in my recovery: simply living my daily life and pursuing my passion for playing football.
“I’ve taken responsibility for that. Overall, I have a very good feeling and I’m on the right track.
“What helps me most on this path is continuing to chase victories and titles with my team and your amazing support.
“I hope you can understand me better now. At the same time, I ask for your understanding that I would like to keep this matter within my closest circle of confidants, the club, and the experts. Thank you so much, J.”
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