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Neuer, Sané, others return, as Bayern receive last-minute injury boost ahead of Arsenal clash

Bayern Munich have received a last-minute injury boost as several key players return to team training ahead of their Champions League clash with Arsenal.

The Bundesliga giants have been grappling with injuries recently, with notable absentees in their recent shocking 3-2 defeat to Heidenheim.

However, Manuel Neuer, Leroy Sané, Noussair Mazraoui, Aleksandar Pavlović, and Kingsley Coman have all reportedly resumed training.

The availability of these players comes at a crucial time for Bayern as they prepare to travel to London for their last 16 tie with Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium.

Neuer, Sané, others return, as Bayern receive last-minute injury boost ahead of Arsenal clash
Neuer among Bayern players that are back from injury – Getty image

Coach Thomas Tuchel now has several options to select from, to face the in-form Premier League leaders.

The presence of Bayern’s goalkeeper Manuel Neuer, is also a huge boost for the German side, as he could feature as long as he is fit and ready.

The Champions League happens to be the last resort for the German champions, who are now trailing Bayer Leverkusen in the Bundesliga.

Xabi Alonso’s Leverkusen are now 16 points clear their biggest rivals, and stand the chance of winning the tittle for the first time, with a win against Werder Bremen on Sunday.

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