As we move into the second half of the season, Bayern Munich has been hit with another injury blow as Dayot Upamecano is out for three weeks.

The French centre-back was injured in the first half of their match against Werder Bremen on Saturday and will be sidelined until at least January. This news comes after he had already missed several games due to various injuries throughout the season.

Upamecano has been one of the standout performers for Bayern this season, contributing to their impressive form by providing crucial defensive cover in the middle of the park. He has also been a key player for France in international football.

With his absence, Bayern will have to rely more heavily on other defenders such as Mats Hummels and David Alaba. The club will also need to keep an eye on the recovery of Benjamin Pavard, who has been struggling with an ankle injury.

This latest injury update highlights the importance of having a strong squad depth and flexibility. Bayern will now need to work hard to find replacements for Upamecano while also ensuring that their other key players are fit and healthy.

It remains to be seen how long Upamecano will be out for and whether he will be able to recover in time to play a part in the upcoming Champions League matches. However, it is clear that Bayern will have to adapt and find solutions to cope without him.

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