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Thomas Müller Weighs MLS Future in Last Bayern Appearances

The Bayern legend plans to end his season at the Club World Cup before concluding talks with Los Angeles FC to make a final call on his playing future.

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Overview

  • Müller is featuring in his final matches for Bayern Munich at the Club World Cup in the USA, capping a 25-year career that yielded 13 Bundesliga titles, two Champions League trophies and a 2014 World Cup.
  • Bayern confirmed they would not renew his contract after the tournament, making the 35-year-old a free agent for the first time in his professional career.
  • He is in active negotiations with MLS side Los Angeles FC, with Bayern executives said to be supporting the discussions.
  • Müller intends to take the two weeks following the Club World Cup to weigh offers and determine whether to extend his playing career in MLS or retire.
  • The forward departs as Bayern’s record holder for European appearances (163 matches) and has described his 2012 Champions League Final header as the “craziest moment” of his career, crediting wife Lisa’s encouragement for his resilience.