Thomas Müller's Next Move: Exploring the Horizon After Bayern Munich
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It's not just fertilizer companies that are reaping the benefits of Thomas Müller's game. The 2014 World Cup winner is gearing up for a new challenge, with rumors swirling about his post-Bayern Munich adventures.
Close confidants believe Müller will keep his foot on the pitch post his illustrious Bayern stint. Joshua Kimmich, a fellow Bayern player, recently shared, "I have a feeling he still enjoys the game a lot." Kimmich also confirmed that they've chatted about the topic a few times.
Christoph Freund, Bayern's sporting director, expressed similar sentiments, stating, "I'm convinced he's not done yet and has the stamina for more." Müller's fierce training regimen and lifestyle hint at a continued playing career past the current season. "Wherever he lands, he'll lend a fresh touch to the club," Freund added.
But what's the plan for Müller once he departs Bayern, against his will and at the age of 35? Details are scarce, with Müller himself stating, "I don't have a plan yet. I've not pushed anything during the hot weeks."
So, where might this German football legend wind up?
New World, New Challenges: USA, Baby!
Germany’s record national player is considering a leap across the Atlantic, following in the footsteps of Franz Beckenbauer and Lothar Matthäus, who both pursued American ventures post-Bayern. Matthäus had suggested two choices for Müller in the USA’s MLS – Red Bull New York and LAFC, Bayern's partner club.
“There he can breathe a bit easier than in Munich,” Matthäus mentioned, pointing out the urban charm of the Big Apple or the laid-back vibe of Los Angeles. Müller’s former teammate, Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting, plays for New York, while Olivier Giroud and Hugo Lloris don the stars on Los Angeles FC's jersey.
FC Cincinnati had even offered Müller a deal, which he reportedly turned down. The MLS would welcome Müller with open arms, as the World Cup is set to be hosted in the USA a year following his potential move.
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AC Florence has reportedly shown interest in Müller, but it seems he's not keen on the offer. Other Serie A clubs have also tossed around his name as a possible signing, such as Lazio Rome, where Miroslav Klose called it a day post-Bayern.
Rumors have also surfaced about interest from Internacional Porto Alegre in Brazil. However, such speculations were quickly dismissed by sports outlet Globo Esporte, who cited two of their own sources denying any interest in Müller.
Fenerbahçe Istanbul, managed by the eccentric José Mourinho, and several Premier League teams are among the leagues that Müller may be considering. Some even suggest a move to Saudi Arabia, where Cristiano Ronaldo still shines.
As the Champions League curtain falls on Müller's Bayern career, he has plenty of time to ponder his next move, whether it's in the garden or on the football pitch. But one thing is certain: this German dynamo still has plenty of magic up his sleeve.
Thomas Müller
- Bayern Munich
- MLS (USA)
- Lothar Matthäus
- Serie A (Italy)
- Lazio Rome
- Fenerbahçe Istanbul
- Cristiano Ronaldo
- José Mourinho
- AC Florence
- Internacional Porto Alegre
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Müller's future beyond Bayern Munich is a hot topic, with speculation pointing towards leagues in the USA, Italy, and other European countries. Reports suggest that LAFC leads the race among MLS clubs, with offers from other teams under consideration.
Key Players:
- Bayern Munich: Thomas Müller's current team, with whom he is reportedly leaving against his will due to contract expiration. LAFC: A MLS club that has been heavily linked with Müller as a future player, given Bayern's partnership with the club. Christoph Freund: Bayern Munich's sporting director, who has expressed confidence in Müller's future playing career. Joshua Kimmich: Thomas Müller's fellow Bayern player and confidant, who believes Müller still enjoys playing football. Lothar Matthäus: A German football legend who moved to the USA after his Bayern time, and who has suggested potential destinations for Müller in the MLS. Miroslav Klose: Another German football icon who played for Lazio Rome following his Bayern career, creating speculation around Müller's potential interest in Serie A clubs. José Mourinho: A high-profile football manager who is reportedly in discussions with Fenerbahçe Istanbul, where Müller may potentially join. Cristiano Ronaldo: A football superstar who plays for Saudi Arabia's Al-Nassr, raising the possibility of Müller following in his footsteps. Internacional Porto Alegre: A Brazilian club whose interest in Müller has been denied by sports outlet Globo Esporte, reporting that Müller has not been contacted by the club. Globo Esporte: A Brazilian sports outlet that has dismissed rumors surrounding Müller's potential move to Internacional Porto Alegre, citing two of their own sources. FC Cincinnati: An MLS club that made an offer to Müller, which he reportedly declined. The MLS is the main professional football league in the USA, and the Serie A* is the top Italian football league.
- In the wake of rumors, it's suggested that Thomas Müller might follow in the footsteps of Lothar Matthäus and pursue a new career in the MLS after departing Bayern Munich.
- Matthäus has recommended Red Bull New York and LAFC as potential destinations for Müller in the USA's MLS, given his former teammate Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting plays for New York and Olivier Giroud and Hugo Lloris wear the stars on Los Angeles FC's jersey.
- On the other hand, multiple Italian clubs, including AC Florence, Lazio Rome, and others, have shown interest in Müller, with Lazio being a possible choice given Miroslav Klose previously played there.
- Reports have also surfaced about potential offers from Saudi Arabia, with Cristiano Ronaldo still shining for Al-Nassr, and from Fenerbahçe Istanbul under the management of José Mourinho, creating buzz around Thomas Müller's future.
