The German club Bayern Munich has received another heavy blow, as it officially announced that its Japanese defender Hiroki Ito has sustained a fracture in his right foot, adding to the list of defensive absences that includes Alphonso Davies and Upamecano, at a critical time of the season.

Bayern Munich confirmed in an official statement that medical examinations have proven Ito's foot fracture, which means he will be sidelined for a long period that could extend for several months, effectively ending the Japanese defender's season with the Bavarian team. It is likely that his absence will last until the beginning of the next season, which will also prevent him from participating in the preparation period for the new season.

Max Eberl, the sporting director of Bayern Munich, expressed his deep sadness over the player's injury, stating: "It is very sad; he has undergone two surgeries and recovered from them, and now he is facing a new injury that will keep him out for a long time. It is unimaginable what he feels at this moment, but he is a fighter, and we are offering him all the support we can."

Coach Vincent Kompany's squad is experiencing a real defensive crisis due to multiple injuries among the backline players, which increases the difficulty of the team's journey during this critical period of the season, both domestically and in Europe.

Bayern is looking for solutions to compensate for these absences, as it aims to compete for titles amidst significant challenges facing the team due to a lack of available defensive options.