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Whitecaps Extend Thomas Müller Through 2027 MLS Sprint Season

The short-term deal secures the 37-year-old's place for MLS's condensed Feb–May 2027 window, leaving his longer-term plans dependent on his fitness.

Vancouver Whitecaps' Thomas Muller takes a shot on goal during the second half of an MLS soccer match against Sporting Kansas City, in Vancouver, on Friday, April 17, 2026. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck
Thomas Müller of the Vancouver Whitecaps motions to his team during the first half of an MLS game between Real Salt Lake and Vancouver at America First Field on Sept. 19, 2026 in Sandy, Utah.
The Vancouver Whitecaps have re-signed Thomas Muller to a contract that will keep the German star with the club at least through next June.
Sep 19, 2026; Sandy, Utah, USA; Vancouver Whitecaps FC midfielder Thomas Muller (13) warms up before the game against the Real Salt Lake at America First Field. Mandatory Credit: Peter Creveling-Imagn Images

Overview

  • The Vancouver Whitecaps announced on Tuesday that Thomas Müller has signed a Designated Player extension that runs through Major League Soccer's 2027 Sprint Season.
  • Müller said in a club video that he feels good physically, is enjoying playing in Vancouver and is not ready to retire.
  • Since joining from Bayern Munich in August 2025, Müller has 31 goal contributions in 45 appearances and helped the Whitecaps win the Western Conference and reach the 2025 MLS Cup final.
  • Sporting director Axel Schuster said Müller has embraced the club and boosted its profile and merchandise sales, with the club reporting substantial increases in awareness and jersey demand.
  • The Sprint Season is a 14-match Feb–May 2027 bridge as MLS shifts to a July–May calendar, and the short-term extension covers that transition while leaving any further renewal tied to Müller’s health and preferences.