Thomas Müller to Leave Bayern Munich After 25 Legendary Years
German football legend Thomas Müller has confirmed he will leave Bayern Munich at the end of the current season, bringing an emotional close to his incredible 25-year journey with the Bundesliga giants.
The 35-year-old attacker made the announcement via social media on Saturday, stating that the club chose not to renew his contract—a decision he admitted was “not what I would have wished.”
“My bond with the club and our incredible fans will always remain,” Müller said. “This was not how I imagined it, but I’m grateful for everything we’ve shared.”
Despite being disappointed with how contract talks played out in public, Müller expressed gratitude for the outpouring of appreciation from fans and the club.
Müller’s Illustrious Career in Numbers
A true one-club man, Müller joined Bayern’s academy at age 10 and made his first-team debut in 2008 under then-manager Jürgen Klinsmann. Since then, he has etched his name in club history:
- 👕 743 appearances – A club record
- ⚽ 247 goals
- 🎯 273 assists
- 🏆 12 Bundesliga titles
- 🏆 2 UEFA Champions League titles
Bayern’s president, Herbert Hainer, described Müller’s journey as a “Bavarian fairytale career,” announcing that he will be honored with a testimonial match and will feature in the Club World Cup in July.
What’s Next for Müller?
In recent seasons, Müller has found himself starting more games from the bench, sparking growing speculation over his future. While the veteran midfielder has yet to reveal his next move, reports in Germany suggest a possible switch to Major League Soccer (MLS) in the United States.
For now, Müller remains focused on helping Bayern reclaim the Bundesliga title and make a strong push for this year’s Champions League final, which will be held at their home ground, the Allianz Arena.
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