The full extent of Dayot Upamecano's injury has been revealed, with Eric Dier's importance to Bayern Munich increasing as a result.
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Upamecano suffered injury while playing for FranceWill be sidelined for more than a monthDier has featured recently but now even more importantFollow GOAL on WhatsApp! 🟢📱WHAT HAPPENED?
Dayot Upamecano played the entire 120 minutes of France's Nations League quarter-finals second leg, and even scored the winning penalty in the shootout. However, upon his return to Bavaria following the international break, the player was diagnosed with an injury, the full extent of which has now been revealed.
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Upon returning from international duty, Bayern Munich confirmed that the centre-back was suffering from a knee issue, requiring treatment and a recovery period. Upamecano's absence will now mean Eric Dier will almost certainly start the next three Bundesliga fixtures, against St. Pauli, Augsburg and Dortmund, as well as potentially both legs of the Champions League quarter-final tie with Inter. Indeed, the Englishman has made 18 appearances this season and is likely to be joined in central defence by Kim Min-jae, who himself has only just returned to training following injury.
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Le Parisien has provided a clearer timeline for Upamecano's return, reporting that he is expected to be sidelined for five to six weeks. This means the France international could also miss the Champions League semi-finals, should Bayern progress.
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Vincent Kompany's men are leading the Bundesliga with 62 points, six more than rivals and reigning champions Bayer Leverkusen. Their next match is scheduled for Saturday, March 29, where they will face St. Pauli.
