Shocking confession of the 23-year-old Bayern goalkeeper, who suffers from cancer

María-Luisa ‘Mala’ Grohs (23 years old), goalkeeper of the Bayern Munichsuffers from cancer and, obviously, has to give up sports. This was revealed by the Bavarian club and the footballer herself in a statement published this Saturday.

«Mala Grohs has been diagnosed with a malignant tumor. After the relevant tests, the Bayern goalkeeper will begin appropriate treatment, will focus exclusively on her recovery and, therefore, will be absent from the team for an indefinite period,” the German team’s note states.

Grohs herself confirmed the diagnosis in a short and emotional video broadcast through Bayern’s official social media accounts.

«Illness is a challenge that I never thought I would have to overcome. But I am sure that with the help I now receive from everyone, I will make it and be completely healthy again. I am in the best hands with the doctors here in Munich and I can absolutely count on the support of my team and the club.

Herbert Hainerpresident of the German team, declared: «At times like this, sport takes a backseat. Our club, together with the entire FC Bayern family, supports Mala Grohs. He is an excellent and strong person and you will receive all the help we can give you and what you need to improve. We will accompany you in your healing process; “You can trust your FC Bayern.”

In line with these statements by its president, Bayern announced a extension of the goalkeeper’s contract for one more season, until June 30, 2026.

Originating from BochumMala Grohs was signed by Bayern in 2019. She established herself as the reserve team’s starting goalkeeper and made her debut with the first team on January 30, 2021. Since then she has played 81 games and He has won three Leagues and the last German Super Cup.

Her good performances meant that just a few weeks ago she was called up for the first time by the senior team along with two historic German goalkeepers, GrohsBerger (Gotham) and Frohms (Wolfsburg). However, a throat infection prevented him from making his debut.