Overview

• In an interview with Sport Bild, Thomas Müller called communication over his contract end “not optimal” and said he disliked Uli Hoeneß publicly addressing his situation at his documentary premiere.
• The 35-year-old has joined Vancouver Whitecaps and already debuted in MLS, saying he picked Vancouver after also considering a move to Sydney FC.
• Vancouver announced the signing of defender Sebastian Schonlau from Hamburger SV on a contract through 2026 with an option for 2027.
• HSV issued a farewell, with sporting director Stefan Kuntz praising Schonlau’s professionalism, and local reports cited an approximate €150,000 fee that the club has not officially confirmed.
• Bayern legend Klaus Augenthaler said he was surprised by Müller’s MLS switch and questioned Bayern’s future leadership, while Müller highlighted Michael Olise as a potential on-field leader for the club.