Bayern consider legal action against Canada Soccer over Davies' long-term injury
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Bayern Munich are threatening to sue Canada Soccer after Alphonso Davies was diagnosed with a torn ACL on his return from international duty.
Davies suffered the injury in Canada's 2-1 win over the United States and was forced off in the first half.
Canada Soccer initially allayed fears that Davies had suffered a serious injury and put him on the plane back to Much on Monday.
But after returning to Germany, Davies continued to complain of problems. It was only after an examination by Bayern's team doctor and an MRI scan at Säbener Strasse that it was revealed he had suffered a cruciate ligament tear in his right knee.
"We demand a full explanation from Canada Soccer and expressly reserve the right to take legal action," said FC Bayern CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen in an interview with Bild.
"Sending an obviously injured player with a bruised knee on a twelve-hour intercontinental flight without proper medical clarification is, in our view, grossly negligent and a clear breach of medical due diligence.
“All in all, the use of Davies, who was already suffering from muscular discomfort prior to the match, in a game of no sporting significance is, in our view, completely incomprehensible. ‘Phonzy’ is not to blame - he is captain, he wants to take responsibility. But with Canada already qualified to host the 2026 World Cup, you can't take any risks with the health of a leading player like him.”
Canada Soccer responded with a statement via The Athletic.
“Canada Soccer's coaches and experienced medical staff are true professionals and have always prioritized player safety and wellbeing. Anything suggesting otherwise is untrue," the statement read.
