Arjen Robben Injury: Updates on Bayern Munich Star's Groin and Return

Bayern Munich's Arjen Robben suffered a groin injury during Saturday's pre-season friendly against Lippstadt. He will not be ready to play in the opening match of the 2016-17 season, and an exact return date has yet to be announced.  

Continue for updates.

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Latest on Robben's Timeline for Return

Sunday, July 17

Bayern made an announcement regarding Robben's status on Sunday:

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FC Bayern will be without [Robben] for the next month and a half after the Dutch winger sustained a groin muscle injury in Saturday's friendly away to Lippstadt. The injury to the player's right leg was diagnosed after an examination conducted by the club's medical unit in Munich on Sunday. Robben will be sidelined for approximately six weeks.

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Robben Struggling to Stay Healthy

Manager Carlo Ancelotti must be saddened to lose one of his star attackers. Robben has missed a total of 31 matches during the 2015-16 campaign, according to Transfermarkt.co.uk.

A series of ailments meant the forward was restricted to just 22 total appearances and played the full 90 minutes in only nine of those matches.

This setback means Ancelotti could be without his wide asset for the upcoming fixtures during Bayern's pre-season preparations, giving the coach a conundrum of who to promote in his absence.

Douglas Costa enjoyed a mesmerising maiden campaign at the Allianz Arena last season and will be expected to step up once again with Robben out, while Thomas Muller always carries a creative responsibility.

Robben is a key component in Bayern's setup when fully fit and even scored before leaving the pitch with a knock in a 4-3 win against Lippstadt. However, after turning 32 years of age, the Netherlands veteran is having trouble staying fit and healthy for long stretches.