Jamal Musiala makes a comeback to Bayern Munich’s training pitch after a four-month injury layoff.

Jamal Musiala has made a triumphant return to the Bayern Munich training pitch, nearly four months after suffering a horrific injury in the Club World Cup quarterfinals.

The 22-year-old German phenom engaged in some light running laps at the Säbener Straße on Thursday, marking a significant milestone in his recovery.

Musiala’s return to training has generated a buzz among Bayern Munich fans, with the club sharing hopeful posts on social media. However, the timing of his return to action remains unclear, and Bayern Munich is in no rush to push him back into the lineup.

The German giants are currently on a roll, having won all twelve of their competitive fixtures this year, and Vincent Kompany’s team looks set to continue their winning streak against last-placed Borussia Mönchengladbach this weekend.

Musiala’s return comes just hours after 17-year-old Lennart Karl broke his record as Germany’s youngest-ever goalscorer in a Champions League match. Karl has been impressing in Musiala’s No. 10 slot, featuring in all three of his starts under Kompany this season.

In his public statements, Musiala emphasized his focus on a gradual recovery, saying, “I’m progressing step by step. It feels really good. I’m excited about the rush of being back on the pitch.” He’s taking his time, prioritizing a full recovery over a rushed return.