Bayern Munich reclaim top spot as Kompany recovers
Reports in Germany say Bayern have no plans to move for Aston Villa's Johan Manzambi, with the Bundesliga champions dismissing speculation over the former Freiburg player.
Lothar Matthäus sympathised with Kompany after his collapse, citing coaching pressure and sleepless nights, while Bayern reiterated he will be given as much recovery time as needed.
Bayern hope Neuer, Kimmich, Pavlovic and Kim return for Dortmund after Freiburg. Musiala, Luis Díaz and Ndiaye are set to miss Magdeburg and Saturday.
Lothar Matthäus called Bayern 'clear favourites' against Dortmund, citing their formidable Allianz Arena record and recent home wins of 5-1, 6-1 and 7-0.
Bayern beat Freiburg 3-1 to reclaim top spot despite Kompany's illness. Upamecano and Gnabry scored before Olise sealed it late after Freiburg's comeback bid.
Uli Hoeness said Florian Wirtz would play 'much better' at Bayern than Liverpool, arguing he has not been integrated properly at Anfield despite improved displays.
Max Eberl said Bayern's 3-1 win at Freiburg was 'far bigger than just three points' after Kompany's collapse, praising the squad and staff for their resilience.
Aaron Danks said Kompany is stable and improving after Friday's collapse, with tests ongoing. Bayern's assistant said he had avoided discussing football as the coach recovers.
Bayern beat Freiburg 3-1 to stay top. Upamecano starred with the opener, Gnabry added a second and Olise sealed it late after Bischof's own goal sparked a scare.
Aaron Danks praised Upamecano's superb opener in Bayern's 3-1 win at Freiburg, revealing staff had revisited a similar run and missed chance from the Arsenal draw.
After Bayern's 3-1 win at Freiburg, Aaron Danks said Kompany texted 'Well done'. Eberl said the coach is stable, has no headaches and will be given weeks, not days, to recover.
Max Eberl will miss the Ballon d'Or ceremony with a cold. Bayern are still represented, with Harry Kane among the contenders for the men's award.
