Palhinha’s absence comes at a critical time for Bayern Munich, as they prepare for a challenging schedule that includes high-stakes matches against Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League, Borussia Dortmund in the Bundesliga, and Bayer Leverkusen in the DFB-Pokal. The 29-year-old midfielder has struggled to find his footing since joining Bayern from Fulham last summer, starting only three league games.
The injury is particularly disappointing for Palhinha, who was beginning to establish himself as a key player for the team. Reports suggest that he may not return until after the winter break, adding further pressure on Bayern’s midfield options. With fellow midfielder Aleksandar Pavlovic also sidelined due to injury, the team will need to rely heavily on players like Leon Goretzka and Joshua Kimmich to fill the void.