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Thomas Müller Close to Joining Vancouver Whitecaps After Discovery Rights Deal

Vancouver has secured discovery rights from FC Cincinnati to finalize Müller’s arrival in early August.

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Overview

  • Vancouver Whitecaps have agreed in principle to send $400,000 in general allocation money to FC Cincinnati for Müller’s MLS discovery rights.
  • Müller will sign a two-year contract starting August 1 that slots him as a non-Designated Player in 2025 and elevates him to Designated Player status in 2026.
  • The 35-year-old has given the green light to the Whitecaps move and is finalizing personal terms ahead of a formal announcement.
  • An official contract signing and club announcement are expected within days once all regulatory steps are completed.
  • Müller is projected to debut at BC Place around August 17, reinforcing Vancouver’s roster for its push in the Western Conference.