In a heartfelt and somewhat unexpected turn of events, Bayern Munich legend Thomas Müller confirmed on Saturday that he will bid farewell to the club at the end of the season.
After a remarkable 25-year journey with the Bundesliga giants, the 35-year-old revealed that Bayern have decided not to offer him a new contract—an outcome he admitted was “not what I would have wished.”
Sharing the news on social media, Müller was candid about his disappointment with how the situation unfolded publicly over recent months. However, he emphasized that he still felt the deep appreciation from everyone within the club.
“The special connection to the club and our fantastic fans will always remain,” he wrote—a poignant reminder of his bond with the team and its supporters.
Müller’s story is the stuff of football fairytales. Born in Weilheim, Bavaria, he joined Bayern’s youth academy at the age of 10 and made his senior debut in 2008 under then-coach Jürgen Klinsmann.
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Over the next decade and a half, he etched his name into the club’s history books, becoming its all-time leader in appearances with 743 matches across all competitions. His contributions—247 goals and 273 assists—are nothing short of legendary.
Throughout his glittering career, Müller lifted 12 Bundesliga titles and two UEFA Champions League trophies. He was a cornerstone of Bayern’s dominance both domestically and in Europe. Despite featuring more frequently from the bench in recent seasons, his influence on and off the pitch has remained unmatched.
As the curtain begins to close on his time in Munich, Müller has set his sights firmly on helping Bayern reclaim the Bundesliga title and pushing for glory in the Champions League—especially significant given that this year’s final will be held at their home ground, the Allianz Arena.
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Later that day, Bayern Munich issued a statement honoring Müller’s unparalleled contributions. The club announced plans for a testimonial match in his honor and confirmed he would be part of their squad for the Club World Cup in July. Club president Herbert Hainer described Müller’s career as “the definition of a Bavarian fairytale.”
Speculation is already mounting about what’s next for the veteran playmaker. While he hasn’t revealed his future plans, there are whispers of a potential move to the United States, possibly to Major League Soccer. Former teammate Eric-Maxim Choupo-Moting, now with the New York Red Bulls, publicly welcomed the idea, teasing, “Thomas, you already speak English… I’m watching you.”
Despite stepping away from international duty after Euro 2024, Müller’s legacy with Germany is equally storied. A World Cup winner in 2014, he earned 131 caps and scored 45 goals over 14 years with the national team.
Bayern’s sporting director Max Eberl acknowledged the emotional weight of the decision, saying it was “anything but easy,” but also noted the club’s shift toward future planning.
As Bayern prepares for a crucial Champions League quarter-final clash against Inter Milan this Tuesday, Müller might find himself back in the starting XI following an injury to Jamal Musiala. Bayern also continue their domestic push, trailing Bayer Leverkusen by nine points, although the defending champions still have a game in hand.
Regardless of what comes next, Thomas Müller’s departure marks the end of an era—not just for Bayern Munich, but for football as a whole. His loyalty, flair, humor, and relentless drive have made him not just a club icon, but a symbol of what it means to play the beautiful game with heart.
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