April 05, (THEWILL) – Thomas Mueller, a Bayern Munich legend and veteran of the Bundesliga, has announced his departure from the club at the end of the current season. The 35-year-old midfielder shared the news on social media, revealing that Bayern had decided not to offer him a new contract. After 25 years at the club, Mueller expressed his desire to continue but ultimately respected the board’s decision, which he acknowledged was carefully considered.
Mueller has had an extraordinary career with Bayern Munich, joining the club as a youth player and earning a record 12 league titles—the most by any player in Bundesliga history. A rarity in modern football, the one-club man also claimed two UEFA Champions League trophies, two FIFA Club World Cup titles, six German Cups, and numerous other accolades throughout his tenure. He played a pivotal role in Germany’s 2014 FIFA World Cup triumph.
Though he enjoyed many years as a guaranteed starter, Mueller’s role in the team diminished over the last two seasons, with limited playing time under current manager Vincent Kompany. Despite speculation surrounding his future, neither the club nor the player had addressed the issue until Mueller’s recent statement. Bayern have hinted that they would welcome his involvement in a non-playing capacity post-retirement, but Mueller has yet to confirm his plans.
The midfielder remains focused on his immediate objectives as Bayern continue their pursuit of silverware. Currently leading the Bundesliga by nine points, the team is in a strong position to claim another league title. Additionally, Bayern face Inter Milan in the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals, with the tournament’s final set to take place at the Allianz Arena in Munich, adding further motivation to Mueller’s quest for success.
Mueller’s farewell statement emphasised his commitment to helping Bayern achieve their goals before his departure. He shared his enthusiasm for winning the league title and reaching the Champions League final on home turf.
Jude Obafemi is a versatile senior Correspondent at THEWILL Newspapers, excelling in sourcing, researching, and delivering sports news stories for both print and digital publications.
