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Thomas Müller Unveiled by Vancouver Whitecaps After High-Profile Arrival

A ceremonial Musqueam honour alongside record merchandise demand underscores the club’s surge in fan enthusiasm

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Overview

  • Müller signed with the Whitecaps through the 2025 season under a Targeted Allocation Money slot and holds a Designated Player option for 2026, marking his first club transfer since joining Bayern’s academy in 2000.
  • He landed at Vancouver International Airport to throngs of supporters and representatives of the Musqueam First Nation, who presented him with a ceremonial blanket.
  • Speaking at his official unveiling, the 35-year-old said his body feels ‘too good to retire’ and he is driven by a goal of winning future titles in MLS.
  • Whitecaps CEO Axel Schuster said jersey sales hit a record high and ticket demand surged, with this weekend’s home match already sold out.
  • After completing medical and administrative procedures, Müller is poised to debut against Houston Dynamo pending coach Jesper Sørensen’s confirmation of his availability.