Mats Hummels out for 'At Least' Next 2 Matches with Ankle Injury

Bayern Munich star Mats Hummels will miss the club's UEFA Champions League match against Real Madrid and more after suffering an ankle injury.

The defender announced the news via Twitter, with FC Bayern English elaborating on the nature of the injury:

Hummels returned to Bayern during the summer after a lengthy stint with Borussia Dortmund and immediately slotted in to the starting XI.

The Germany international proved a perfect fit for the Bundesliga giants, and his ability with the ball has been crucial in starting attacks. He was left on the bench for the match against Dortmund during the weekend, however, with manager Carlo Ancelotti seemingly saving him for the clash with Real.

Lukas Schulze/Getty Images

The injury is a major blow, as Hummels is by far the Bavarians' best option on the left side of the central defensive duo. Real also enter the match with defensive worries, as Raphael Varane has been sidelined for some time now and Pepe suffered broken ribs in the draw with Atletico Madrid, per Goal.

Jerome Boateng will likely pair with Javi Martinez in defence for Bayern.

For more news, rumors and related stories about Mats Hummels, Bayern Munich and the Bundesliga, check out the Bayern Munich and Bundesliga streams on Bleacher Report's app.