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Bayern Women Hit by Midfield Woes as Oberdorf Misses Weeks and Amani Awaits MRI

Club doctors will slow Lena Oberdorf’s rehab aiming for a pre‑winter return while Bernadette Amani’s knee is being scanned to confirm her short‑term availability.

Overview

  • Lena Oberdorf experienced a reaction in her right knee after a recent comeback and will be sidelined for several weeks as medical staff slow her rehabilitation.
  • Bernadette Amani suffered a knee twist after a stamp during Bayern’s 3-2 win at Bayer Leverkusen and is due to have an MRI to determine the exact injury.
  • Bayern have adopted a week‑by‑week approach to both cases with coach José Barcala and director Bianca Rech stressing cautious, individualized progress.
  • The near‑simultaneous losses have left Bayern light in central midfield and prompted the club to say it may consider reinforcements in the winter transfer window if absences persist.
  • Key developments to watch are Amani’s MRI results and regular medical updates on Oberdorf because repeated ACL problems raise a higher risk of setbacks and affect Bayern’s short‑term planning.