Vincent Kompany has returned to Bayern Munich’s training ground for the first time since collapsing during a reserve-team training session last month.

The Belgian manager became unwell on October 23 and was taken to hospital, where doctors diagnosed him with meningeal irritation.

Kompany had already been battling a viral infection earlier that week, forcing him to miss a pre-match press conference before Bayern’s Champions League meeting with Arsenal.

Although he attended the match, his health subsequently deteriorated, leading to his collapse two days later.

Bayern director of sport Max Eberl previously indicated that the manager’s recovery would take “weeks, not days”, with the club unwilling to rush his return.

Kompany Could Return After International Break

According to German newspaper Bild, Kompany was spotted at Bayern’s Sabener Strasse training complex on Tuesday morning.

Photographs reportedly showed the 40-year-old wearing a sling on his left arm, believed to be the result of a dislocated shoulder sustained during his fall.

Bayern have yet to officially confirm his return, but he could potentially resume his managerial duties when the Bundesliga champions host Koln on November 20.

Assistant manager Aaron Danks has overseen the team during Kompany’s absence, recording four victories and one draw across five matches, reports Independent.

Bayern remain top of the Bundesliga standings with 21 points from nine matches, level with Borussia Dortmund but ahead on goal difference.

Meanwhile, Harry Kane paid tribute to Kompany after winning the Ballon d’Or, acknowledging the manager’s influence on his development.

“To Vinnie, I know he’s at home or I think still in the hospital so wishing you very well. Hope this has gave you a bit of energy.

“To Vinnie and all the staff, the way we train, the way you push us, it’s a credit to yourself. Since I’ve been with you, I’ve improved as a player, no doubt, improved as a person, as a leader, and that’s thanks to your leadership.”