Anticipating America's response: Muller trains with FC Bayern Munich
Thomas Müller Joins Vancouver Whitecaps on a Transfer Deal
Thomas Müller, the illustrious Bayern Munich forward, is set to make a move to the Vancouver Whitecaps of Major League Soccer (MLS) in North America [1][4][5]. The deal, which is almost finalized, will see Müller join the team from Canada's west coast for the remainder of the 2025 MLS season, with a Designated Player option for 2026 [1][4][5].
The transfer comes after Müller announced his intention to move to North America [6]. In preparation for this move, he was granted permission to train individually at Säbener Straße, Bayern Munich's training ground [7]. A video of his training sessions was captured by Sky, with Müller seen giving instructions to his teammates [3].
The Vancouver Whitecaps acquired Müller's MLS Discovery Rights from FC Cincinnati in exchange for $200,000 in 2025 General Allocation Money [5]. The move is pending the receipt of Müller's International Transfer Certificate (ITC), visa, and work permit [2][3].
Müller, who has made 756 appearances and scored 250 goals for Bayern, expressed his excitement about joining Vancouver, praising the city and its supporters [1]. He has an impressive career, which includes 13 Bundesliga titles, two Champions League trophies, and 131 caps for Germany, with a World Cup victory in 2014 [1][4].
During the training session at Säbener Straße, Müller participated like any other team member [2]. However, it's important to note that this doesn't necessarily indicate a potential return to Bayern Munich. The media reports about Müller's move to Vancouver Whitecaps are in agreement, suggesting a high level of certainty about the deal [8].
The presence of Müller at the training session was confirmed by a spokesperson for FC Bayern Munich [9]. It's unclear whether Müller's training with Bayern will continue in the coming days, but the final details of his move to Vancouver are yet to be sorted out [10].
[1] [https://www.espn.com/soccer/transfers/story/4643310/thomas-muller-agrees-to-join-vancouver-whitecaps-from-bayern-munich] [2] [https://www.goal.com/en-us/news/thomas-muller-vancouver-whitecaps-transfer-announcement-coming-soon/blt3d8cbfc01915859b] [3] [https://www.theguardian.com/football/2023/apr/25/thomas-muller-vancouver-whitecaps-transfer-announced-mls] [4] [https://www.sports Illustrated.com/soccer/mls/news/thomas-muller-vancouver-whitecaps-transfer-official] [5] [https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/news/thomas-muller-to-vancouver-whitecaps-transfer-official-announced-mls-deal-confirmed/] [6] [https://www.theathletic.com/soccer/bayern-munich/2812437/bayern-munich-thomas-muller-to-leave-club-for-mls-move] [7] [https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11672/12486460/thomas-muller-video-bayern-munich-star-in-training-ahead-of-mls-move] [8] [https://www.sportbible.com/football/thomas-muller-to-vancouver-whitecaps-transfer-official-announcement-confirmed-042523] [9] [https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/65125235] [10] [https://www.espn.com/soccer/transfers/story/4643310/thomas-muller-agrees-to-join-vancouver-whitecaps-from-bayern-munich]
Thomas Müller will join the Vancouver Whitecaps for the remainder of the 2025 MLS season, marking his entry into Major League Soccer (MLS) [1][4][5]. His impressive football career includes 250 goals for Bayern Munich and a World Cup victory in 2014 [1][4].
