MLS Vancouver Whitecaps Near Deal with Bayern Legend Thomas Muller

Thomas Müller, the Bayern Munich legend, is set to join Major League Soccer's Vancouver Whitecaps after ending his long career with Bayern. Reports confirm Müller has reached an agreement with Vancouver, with a contract effective from August 1, 2025, through the end of 2026. Although the move awaits finalization of personal terms and Vancouver securing Müller's discovery rights from FC Cincinnati, the transfer is widely considered a done deal. Müller, a 35-year-old World Cup winner and 13-time Bundesliga champion, will significantly bolster the Whitecaps, who are currently second in the MLS Western Conference and aiming for the playoffs. His arrival is expected to enhance the team's strong 2025 season, which includes reaching the Concacaf Champions Cup final. The discovery rights mechanism in MLS requires Vancouver to pay a fee to Cincinnati, likely around $400,000, to complete the transfer.