Oliver Kahn has advised Bayern Munich’s Jamal Musiala not to participate in the upcoming World Cup.

Serge Gnabry’s latest display against Real Madrid has underlined his value to both Bayern Munich and Germany, but the performance also presents a fresh selection headache for coach Hansi Flick. The winger, operating in a slightly reimagined position that allows him to drift inside and combine with the central playmakers, caused the Merengues constant trouble, delivering a goal and two assists. His ability to punish defenders with pace and intelligence has rarely been more evident, and the timing could not be better for a Bayern side looking to peak heading into the World Cup break. For Flick, the challenge is twofold: first, to maintain the momentum built by Gnabry without overloading the player; and second, to manage the expectations surrounding Jamal Musiala, the youngster whose own form has been impressive yet inevitably overshadowed by his senior teammate’s recent exploits. Musiala, known for his versatility and maturity beyond his years, remains a vital part of Bayern’s long-term

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Julian Nagelsmann has warned Jamal Musiala that time is fast running out for him to prove his fitness ahead of the upcoming World Cup. The Bayern Munich sensation has been forced to sit out Germany’s latest round of international friendlies as he continues to struggle with a persistent ankle problem.