Legendary forward set for summer exit after 16 iconic years, with MLS move likely—but tension lingers over departure
Bayern Munich icon Thomas Müller has confirmed he will leave the club this summer after the Bundesliga giants decided not to extend his contract, marking the end of a historic 16-year era.
The 35-year-old, a one-club man since his debut in 2008, has amassed nearly 500 league appearances for Bayern, winning every major trophy—including two Champions League titles—while also lifting the 2014 World Cup with Germany. Yet despite his enduring influence, the club has chosen not to renew his deal, leaving the veteran forward to seek a new challenge.
In an emotional social media post, Müller expressed mixed feelings about the decision: “I want to be clear: Even now, no matter my playing time, I still love stepping onto the pitch with my teammates and fighting for titles with Bayern. But the club has made a conscious choice not to extend my contract. While it’s not what I personally wanted, I respect their vision—I know this wasn’t an easy call for the board.”
Reports in Germany suggest tension behind the scenes, with Müller frustrated over leaks about his departure before an official announcement. Bild claims Bayern hopes he joins their MLS partner club, Los Angeles FC, but the strained nature of their split could lead him to explore other options.
Indeed, multiple MLS sides are already circling, with FC Cincinnati and expansion team San Diego FC reportedly interested. Müller, still eager for regular football, appears destined for a final chapter in the United States—but whether he follows Bayern’s preferred path remains uncertain.
As one of Bayern’s greatest-ever servants departs, fans will bid farewell to a player who embodied the club’s success for over a decade. Yet for Müller, the story isn’t over—just taking a new turn across the Atlantic.
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