Vincent Kompany's return puts Bayern's training plans on hold

Under the floodlights at the Allianz Arena, head coach Vincent Kompany returned to Bayern Munich's training ground after missing five games due to a collapse at the end of last month.

The 40‑year‑old former Manchester City captain was taken to hospital after falling ill while watching the club's second team train.

Doctors diagnosed him with meningeal irritation, an inflammation of the membrane surrounding the brain and spinal cord.

Bayern issued a statement saying Kompany is on the road to recovery and has been back at the training ground since the start of the week.

Despite his return, the Bundesliga leaders did not hold a training session, most of the squad being on international duty.

In his absence, English coach Aaron Danks oversaw the side, guiding Bayern to four wins and a draw.

Bayern now prepare to meet Cologne on 20 November after the two‑week international break.