Hey there, football fans! ⚽️ We’ve got some big news! Thomas Müller, the famous German footballer, is leaving Bayern Munich after an incredible 25 years with the club!
Thomas joined Bayern’s youth academy way back in 2000 when he was just 10 years old! Imagine starting at a club when you’re a kid and staying there all the way into adulthood. That’s like starting school and staying until you’re a grown-up! 😮
He made his debut with the senior team in 2008 and became one of the most important players in the club’s history. During his time at Bayern Munich, Thomas played a record 743 competitive matches! He scored 247 goals and helped his teammates score with 273 assists! 🎯 That’s a lot of goals and happy fans!
Thomas helped Bayern win 12 Bundesliga titles (that’s the top football league in Germany), six German Cups, and two UEFA Champions League trophies (the biggest club competition in Europe!). He also won the FIFA World Cup with Germany in 2014! 🌍🏆
Thomas announced his departure in an open letter to fans. He said, “This is not a day like any other. It has been an incredible journey, full of unforgettable experiences and triumphs. I am grateful to have had this career at my boyhood club.”
Even though Thomas wanted to keep playing for Bayern, the club decided not to offer him a new contract beyond this season. He said, “Even though it wasn’t my personal wish, I respect the club’s decision. I know it wasn’t easy for those responsible.”
Bayern’s chairman, Jan-Christian Dreesen, called Thomas “one of the greatest personalities this club has ever had.” The club plans to honor him with a special farewell match, showing how much they appreciate his contributions. 🎉
We don’t know where Thomas will go next, but his immediate focus is clear: “We will give everything to bring the Bundesliga title back to Munich and achieve our dream of the ‘Finale Dahoam’ (which means ‘final at home’ in Bavarian dialect).” 🏟️
Thomas Müller’s journey with Bayern Munich might be ending, but his legacy will live on forever. He’s truly a football legend! 🌟
Reference(s):
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