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Thomas Müller's Future in Football: Pondering Opportunities in the USA During Club World Cup
In the sweltering heat of Orlando, Thomas Müller, the 35-year-old Bayern Munich star, struck a pose with Mickey Mouse and Goofy after training, although his thoughts were far from Disneyland. His future remains undecided, but the Club World Cup could hold the answer.
"I'm taking things easy," Müller said, casually hinting at a potential revelation about his professional future during the tournament. Will he retire? Will he continue playing? Or perhaps, chart a new course in the United States with a Major League Soccer (MLS) club?
"I contemplate my future, especially the short-term one," Müller revealed, "This is where my main focus lies during the Club World Cup." The tournament, hosted in the USA, offers not only football glory but also a chance for Müller to explore the country and contemplate life beyond the pitch.
"It's also a bonus for me," Müller admitted, "Especially if we advance, we'll get to different regions in the U.S. This gives me the opportunity to 'window shop' a bit more."
Eyes from the MLS are already upon Müller, with clubs like Los Angeles FC reportedly expressing interest. However, the California metropolis isn't just a potential destination for football; it's a city where political unrest is palpable. Protests against the US President's deportation policy have been a common sight in Los Angeles.
"I can't help but notice," Müller acknowledged, "But it's separate from my plans." He emphasized that while political events are concerning, he strives to separate them from his daily life.
Müller is not oblivious to other global issues either. Tuesday's shooting in Graz, which occurred as he was en route to the USA with Bayern, weighed heavily on his mind. "I take note of it," he said, expressing his thoughts on the impact of distressing events worldwide on his personal life.
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Thomas Müller's contemplation about his future expands beyond football, considering opportunities in the United States as he participates in the Club World Cup.Despite potential interest from MLS clubs like Los Angeles FC, and other cities such as Chicago Fire and FC Cincinnati, Müller's focus remains on the tournament, while acknowledging the political unrest and global issues in the USA.
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