Vincent Kompany hospitalised after collapsing at Bayern training
Vincent Kompany hospitalised after collapsing at Bayern training
Vincent Kompany, the Bayern Munich coach, was rushed to hospital after collapsing during a training session, according to several media outlets. The Belgian manager was taken to a hospital, as reported by L'Équipe, Le Figaro and BBC Sport.
Condition described as stable
According to Der Spiegel, Kompany is said to be in a stable condition after his collapse. Süddeutsche Zeitung and kicker have expressed their concerns about the coach, who has been admitted to a clinic. The exact circumstances of the collapse have not yet been clarified by the sources.
Warning signs
According to Tuttosport, the manager had been experiencing health issues for several days, but he still insisted on being on the bench for the Champions League match against Arsenal. Le Parisien reports a statement attributed to Kompany: "My body told me to stop." This phrase, quoted by the French daily, is not echoed by the other media covering the story.
A viral infection beforehand
The Independent states that Kompany was weakened by a virus before the Champions League match against Arsenal. This information has not been confirmed by other sources. The Guardian and ABC confirm the hospitalisation after the collapse in training, without providing further details.
Next steps
No source has yet provided any indication as to the length of the hospitalisation or how the team will be organised in the absence of their coach. Bayern Munich have not yet issued an official statement on the matter. The coming hours should provide more information about Vincent Kompany's state of health and the rest of the Bavarian club's season.
