Dayot Upamecano Ruled Out for Weeks with Knee Injury, Bayern and France Face Key Challenges

The Bayern Munich defender's absence disrupts plans for critical Bundesliga, Champions League, and Nations League matches, with uncertainty over potential surgery.

Dayot Upamecano has been sidelined for several weeks after medical examinations revealed loose bodies in his left knee joint, with no confirmation yet on whether surgery will be required.
Bayern Munich will be without their key defender during pivotal Bundesliga matches and the Champions League quarterfinals against Inter Milan on April 8 and 15.
The French national team, preparing for the Nations League semifinals against Spain on June 4, may need to adjust their defensive strategy in his absence.
Bayern Munich currently leads the Bundesliga by six points with eight matches remaining, adding pressure to maintain their lead without Upamecano.
Upamecano has been instrumental in France's recent defensive success, contributing to 14 clean sheets in his last 17 starts, underscoring the impact of his injury.