Without kane

Coach Vincent Kompany: Bayern Munich faces a formidable challenge in replacing its star striker, Harry Kane, ahead of the German Cup clash against Leverkusen on Tuesday evening.

The 31-year-old suffered a muscle injury during the recent 1-1 league draw against Dortmund and immediately returned to Munich on a privately chartered plane to begin treatment. Coach Vincent Kompany now faces the difficult task of finding a suitable replacement.

"It's impossible to replace him," said sporting director Christoph Freund, adding, "We can't afford a second Harry Kane; besides, it wouldn't be healthy for the squad's atmosphere."