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Who manages player welfare?

Bayern Munich is carefully bringing Musiala back, managing his workload and giving him breaks, in close talks with coach Vincent Kompany. This highlights how top football clubs employ medical teams, sports scientists, and coaches to monitor players' physical and mental health. Their goal is to ensure long-term well-being while optimising performance, especially after an injury or health scare.

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