The 2-2 draw against Borussia Dortmund could have bitter consequences for FC Bayern. After three offensive players had to be substituted due to injuries during the Bundesliga classic, sporting director Max Eberl has now provided an initial injury update. Munich will apparently have to reckon with longer absences, particularly for Ismael Saibari and Serge Gnabry.

Saibari left the Allianz Arena on crutches after the game. The Moroccan had already been injured in the first half during an unfortunate collision with BVB goalkeeper Gregor Kobel.

Gnabry also had to be substituted before halftime. Finally, in the closing stages, Michael Olise went down. However, the situation appears to be less serious for the Frenchman.

Eberl: “Both injuries are actually a bit more serious.”

After the final whistle, Eberl commented on the personnel setbacks and offered little hope for a quick return by Saibari and Gnabry. “Both injuries are actually a bit more serious,” explained Bayern’s sporting director, referring to the two offensive players.

The images of Saibari, in particular, had already caused great concern during the match. The 25-year-old collided with Kobel in the 24th minute, causing his leg to twist awkwardly.

After receiving extended treatment, the Moroccan had to leave the field in the 29th minute, supported by two trainers. Nathaniel Brown came on to replace him.

Ismael #Saibari leaves the arena on crutches. “Both injuries are a bit more serious than expected,” says Max Eberl about Saibari and Serge Gnabry. Michael Olise’s injury is reportedly not quite as serious, but further tests are still pending. #FCBayern @Abendzeitung https://t.co/8thoWYqPXf

— Maximilian Koch (@_kochmaximilian) October 31, 2026

According to Sky, Saibari is complaining of ankle problems. The fact that he subsequently left the arena on crutches fuels fears of a more serious injury.

Gnabry also appears to be out. The German national team player collapsed on the field without any apparent contact from an opponent and had to be replaced by Josip Stanisic in the 31st minute.

According to Sky, he is reportedly suffering from muscle discomfort in his thigh.

Is there some relief regarding Michael Olise?

At least there is cautiously positive news regarding Olise.

The French national team player also had to be substituted in the 85th minute due to injury. Lennart Karl came on to replace him. According to Eberl, however, the 24-year-old’s injury appears to be less serious than those of Saibari and Gnabry.

However, there is no definitive all-clear yet. All affected players are still awaiting further medical examinations.

The situation is particularly problematic for FC Bayern because they are already missing two key offensive players in Jamal Musiala and Luis Díaz.

If Saibari and Gnabry are indeed sidelined for an extended period, the personnel situation in Munich’s attack would become significantly more dire.

With Harry Kane, Michael Olise, and Lennart Karl, only three of the seven established attacking players would initially be available—assuming that Olise’s symptoms turn out to be minor.

This article was translated into English by AI. You can read the original version here https://fcbinside.de/2026/10/31/saibari-verlaesst-stadion-auf-kruecken-bayern-star-droht-laengere-zwangspause/.