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Vancouver Exercises Option to Keep Thomas Müller for 2026

The option pickup comes within a broader roster plan following Vancouver's run to the MLS Cup final.

Overview

  • The Whitecaps announced Monday they have triggered their 2026 contract option on Thomas Müller, confirming his return next season.
  • The decision was part of a roster update that also retained Adrían Zendejas, Mathías Laborda, Sebastian Berhalter, J. C. Ngando, Ralph Priso and Ali Ahmed.
  • The club said it currently has 26 players under contract for the upcoming season.
  • Müller posted a video saying their journey is not over, congratulated Inter Miami after the 1–3 final, and noted he will take a holiday before preparing for 2026.
  • Sporting director Axel Schuster said preparations for next season are already underway as Vancouver builds on a strong year that included nine goals from Müller in 13 competitive matches.