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Thomas Müller Arrives in Vancouver to Finalize Whitecaps Move

His ceremonial Musqueam welcome at YVR kicks off medical clearance followed by a press conference ahead of a mid-August debut.

Overview

  • Müller landed at Vancouver International Airport Wednesday evening and was greeted by more than 600 Whitecaps fans alongside Musqueam First Nation delegates who provided a ceremonial escort.
  • He is set to undergo medical testing on Thursday morning before officially signing his contract and holding an introductory press conference with club officials.
  • The Whitecaps navigated MLS roster mechanisms—reportedly including a General Allocation Money payment for discovery rights—and have slotted Müller into an open 2025 roster spot with a Designated Player option for 2026.
  • Vancouver expects to sell out BC Place when Müller makes his anticipated MLS debut against the Houston Dynamo in mid-August.
  • He will join full team training on Friday as the Whitecaps integrate his experience into their push for postseason success.