Upamecano fit? Kompany gives an update

FC Bayern can probably plan on using Dayot Upamecano again in the Bundesliga game against Union Berlin on Saturday. Eric Dier will also probably be available for the party.

The “trend is very positive” for both, explained coach Vincent Kompany at a press conference on Friday. However, he still wants to take his time until match day to make the final decision. Bayern welcome the Iron Men for their home game at 3:30 p.m.

Upamecano missed Munich's game against FSV Mainz on Wednesday in the DFB Cup (4-0) with thigh problems. His representative Dier had to be substituted in the second half. There are currently two other central defenders among the long-term injured, Josip Stanisic and Hiroki Ito.

Kompany praised Goretzka

Leon Goretzka could also be an option for the center of defense for the game against Union, even if a starting eleven is unlikely. He had the trust of the coach: “Leon Goretzka did an outstanding job on Wednesday,” said Kompany.

In general, he has great confidence in his squad and the players who move into the formation when necessary: ​​“The players who had to help did an excellent job.” We’ll see tomorrow. If something happens, I always have confidence in the squad.”

Either way, the injuries have not been used as an excuse so far: “And it will stay that way.”