Muller joins Vancouver in MLS after Bayern exit

Thomas Muller, a former Munich, Bayern forward, will remain with the Vancouver Whitecaps until the end of the 2025 season.

The 35-year-old left the German side at the end of last season, putting an end to his 25-year association with the Bundesliga champions.

Each club is permitted three designated players (DPs whose wages are not included in their salary cap, as per Vancouver’s agreement), along with the option to sign Muller as a designated player (DP) for the 2026 MLS season.

When his international transfer certificate (ITC), visa, and work permit are received, he will officially join the club.

Muller, who started his youth career at Bayern in 2000 and won two Champions League and 13 Bundesliga titles, said, “I’m looking forward to coming to Vancouver to help this team win a championship.

“I’ve heard fantastic things about the city, but I’m going to win first. I’ve had some great conversations with head coach Jesper Sorensen and sports director Axel Schuster, and I’m excited to play in front of the fans as the playoffs approach.

Muller also scored 45 goals in 131 games for Germany, earning him the 2014 World Cup title as the top scorer at the South African competition in 2010.