Bild reported on Saturday that the little Frenchman caused some damages around the hotel after he commandeered the team's bus.

Bayern midfielder Tim Borowski spoke of an 'unfortunate situation' and a 'little shock', following the Ribery ride.

However, coach Jurgen Klinsmann was excited by the joke of the 25-year-old winger.

"He wanted a bit of special fun. Thank God nobody was injured. He is even a little frightened," said the former Germany striker.

Bayern are currently in a mid-season camp in Dubai, before resuming their Bundesliga campaign against Hamburg at the end of January.