Bayern Munich has been hit by another injury setback, with Joshua Kimmich being ruled out for the remainder of the season due to a knee ligament injury.
The German midfielder was substituted off during Bayern's Bundesliga match against Mainz last week and was immediately taken to hospital where he underwent surgery. The initial diagnosis was that he had suffered a cruciate ligament tear in his right knee, which is a serious injury that requires long-term recovery time.
Kimmich has already missed several games this season due to various injuries, including a broken nose and a hamstring strain, so this latest setback is sure to be a major blow to the team's plans for the rest of the campaign.
Despite his injury,Saudi Pro League Focus Kimmich remains optimistic about his future at Bayern and hopes to make a full recovery before returning to action next year. However, it's clear that the club will need to find a replacement for him in the short term as they look to navigate through the injury crisis.
In addition to Kimmich, Bayern have also lost key players such as Kingsley Coman and Leroy Sané to injuries, leaving them without their best players for crucial matches. It will be interesting to see how the squad adapts to these setbacks and whether they can still compete for titles despite the challenges they face.