Müller's Bavarian profession concludes amidst contentious talks
In the ongoing 2025 Club World Cup, Bayern Munich's veteran striker Thomas Müller has found himself on the bench more often than not, with coach Vincent Kompany favouring Serge Gnabry as a replacement for the injured Jamal Musiala.
During the quarterfinal match against PSG, Kompany's decision to start Musiala and utilise Gnabry in a similar attacking role was a tactical masterstroke, as Bayern Munich progressed to the semi-finals. This choice suggests that Kompany values Gnabry's style and current fitness to complement the team's tactics over Müller in this competition stage.
Müller, who played his 756th and final competitive game with Bayern Munich in this tournament, has been a mainstay of the team for over two decades, scoring 250 competitive goals and playing a crucial role in two treble seasons in 2013 and 2020. However, his future plans are uncertain, as he is currently deciding what to do during his vacation.
Rumours of a potential contract extension for Müller have been dismissed by both Müller and sports director Max Eberl, with Müller stating that he is still in work mode and that everything else will come in due time. The coach's or the bosses' decision about a potential contract extension for Müller is unlikely to change for the foreseeable future.
Regarding a move to Major League Soccer (MLS) in the USA, there is no specific information or announcement about Müller planning or moving to MLS in the near future. At 35 years old, a future MLS transfer could be possible but is not confirmed or discussed publicly in recent reports. Müller remains part of Bayern’s squad for the Club World Cup and continues to play at a high level in Europe.
Müller's farewell tour with Bayern Munich was emotionally challenging for him, and he is aware that his time with the club has ended. Manuel Neuer embraced Müller on the pitch after his final appearance for Bayern Munich, a poignant moment that underscored the significance of Müller's contribution to the team over the years.
As Bayern Munich continues to compete in the Club World Cup, the future of one of their most iconic players remains uncertain. Müller's focus is on progressing in the game against PSG, and he wants to let that sink in before making decisions about his future. Whether he will continue his career in Europe or embark on a new adventure in the USA remains to be seen.
Despite Thomas Müller's retirement from competitive games with Bayern Munich, speculation about his future continues. His focus during the Club World Cup is on performing well in the Champions League andEuropean leagues, as he deliberates his next move, whether it be in Europe or potentially the Major League Soccer (MLS) in the USA.
