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Pavlovic Accelerates Bayern Return With Masked Duels in Rehab

Progress to coached duels in a protective mask has prompted cautious optimism from Bayern officials.

Overview

  • Aleksandar Pavlovic underwent eye-socket fracture surgery on August 2 and was initially sidelined for multiple weeks.
  • FC Bayern released training-ground images showing him conducting ball drills at Säbener Straße.
  • BILD reporters observed him wearing a protective face mask while working on duels and finishing under coach Floribert N’Galula.
  • He resumed individual running earlier this week, marking steady advancement in his post-surgery rehabilitation.
  • Sporting director Christoph Freund hopes for a full return in three to four weeks, ruling him out for the Supercup and likely the Bundesliga opener.