Thinking Cap on with Mickey and LA? Müller Ponders Bayern's Club World Cup Finale and a Fresh Start
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The Final Stretch for Bayern with Mickey and Minus Sane! Müller Gives a Sly Nod to Bayern's Last Games and His Future
In the sweltering heat of Orlando, Thomas Müller, the 35-year-old Bundesliga icon, was seen posing with Mickey Mouse and Goofy after training, hinting at a decision about his future lurking in the not-so-distant future. Bayern's preparation for the Club World Cup, their last hurrah with him on the roster, has added a touch of suspense and intrigue.
As the clock ticks on, speculation around Müller's professional fate continues to swirl. Will he hang up the boots at the tournament's finale? Will he carry on playing? Perhaps a leap to a Major League Soccer team, stateside?
Müller has remained tight-lipped about the matter upon arriving in Florida. "I find myself pondering my future, particularly the immediate future. That's the central thought, and it'll unfold during the Club World Cup," he shared. A decision may come as swift as a California wildfire, but until then, Müller maintains his usual Zen-like tranquility.
On Sunday, the team kicks off the group stage of the 32-team tournament against Auckland City in Cincinnati (6 p.m. on Sat.1, DAZN, and in the ntv.de live ticker). "The tournament offers more than just soccer. It's an opportunity for me to immerse myself in the culture and the country," Müller confessed. "If we advance, we'll tour different regions of the USA, which gives me a chance to take a whiff of the US lifestyle."
Los Angeles FC is reportedly among the clubs eyeing a move for Müller, sure to pique his interest. Protests against US President Donald Trump's immigration policies have become a familiar sight in L.A., a metropolis that seems to pull at Müller's heartstrings. "Certainly, you become aware of it. It's impossible not to," he acknowledged.
However, these tensions are a world away from Müller's personal plans, he stressed: "If you let political disagreements affect your daily routines, it'd be quite challenging. There's inescapable tension in the world right now, which we can't ignore, but it doesn't dictate the course of my life."
He also broached the topic of a mass shooting in Austria, which made headlines as he embarked on his journey to North America with Bayern. "Awareness is crucial, reflection is essential, but there's no direct link between the broader world events and my personal life," Müller said in summary.
- "Football"
- "Thomas Müller"
- "FC Bayern Munich"
- "Club World Cup 2025"
- "USA"
- "Donald Trump"
Additional Information: Müller's future beyond the Club World Cup remains shrouded in uncertainty, with several possibilities on the table, such as:
- A Move to Major League Soccer (MLS): Reports suggest that Müller might join LAFC in the MLS following the expiration of his contract with Bayern.
- Retirement: As Müller nears the end of his career, retirement is a natural option that lingers in the shadows.
- Other Opportunities: Müller has hinted at openness to new experiences, leaving the door open to possibilities beyond the United States and retirement. He's left us guessing, keeping the media on their toes as they didn't know his next destination before him! [1][2][3]
- "Despite the pressing matters regarding Müller's professional future with FC Bayern Munich, he might find time to engage in sports other than football, such as exploring the various recreational opportunities during his tour of the United States."
- "In the midst of contemplating his future plans, including the possibility of a move to Major League Soccer or even retirement, Thomas Müller might still find himself captivated by other popular sports in the USA, like American football or basketball."
