The Bayern Munich attacking midfielder had only recently returned to competitive action after a difficult start to the season, making the latest setback particularly frustrating. Musiala sustained a muscle injury in his thigh during Germany duty and will miss Bayern’s Bundesliga trip to Augsburg.
The 23-year-old has endured a succession of setbacks, prompting Kompany to take a cautious approach to his recovery. With a busy period of fixtures ahead, Bayern will be keen to avoid rushing him back before he is ready.
However, the Belgian manager believes Musiala has the resilience to turn another difficult moment into an opportunity to grow, drawing on his own experience of overcoming adversity during his playing career.
“I completely understand what he says about setbacks. I experienced that myself numerous times during my career,” Kompany said.
“Knowing how to bounce back after a setback is a strength. I hope he can enjoy playing football again in the years to come.”
The Bayern coach also highlighted the importance of the young midfielder’s eventual return to form, suggesting that overcoming such challenges can leave a lasting impression on a player.
“But when you make a strong comeback, it is something that stays with you for the rest of your life,” he added.
Musiala remains a significant figure for Bayern, and Kompany’s comments underline the support he has within the dressing room as he works through another rehabilitation period.
The manager also pointed to the enthusiasm within the squad whenever Musiala finds the net, emphasising how much his teammates want to see him back enjoying his football.
“The whole team is happy every time he scores a goal. He will undoubtedly continue to score goals,” Kompany said.
For now, Bayern must manage without the midfielder against Augsburg, while Musiala concentrates on his recovery. The club’s priority will be to ensure he returns in the right condition rather than allowing frustration over another interruption to dictate the timetable.
Kompany’s message was one of patience and confidence: Musiala has more football ahead of him, and the setbacks he is experiencing now need not define what comes next.