Thomas Muller has been backed to fire Vancouver Whitecaps to the MLS crown this season by New York Red Bulls star Emil Forsberg.
Thomas Muller joins Vancouver Whitecaps 2025Forsberg hails Whitecaps as title favouritesGerman legend brings experience and goalsFollow GOAL on WhatsApp! 🟢📱WHAT HAPPENED?
Bayern legend Muller has officially joined MLS side Vancouver Whitecaps for the remainder of the 2025 season, with a Designated Player option for 2026. The 35-year-old World Cup winner was welcomed at Vancouver International Airport by Indigenous leaders and a large crowd of ecstatic fans. New York Red Bulls star Forsberg hailed the move and called it a "great story" for the entire league.
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Speaking to , Forsberg was asked about Muller’s move to MLS and its impact on the team. He praised the legend's arrival, highlighting the German star’s legendary status and the excitement it brings to the league. Forsberg added that with Muller joining Vancouver, the club is now a clear title contender: "Thomas Müller in the MLS is really cool! Vancouver is also a great city, he'll have a great time there. It's a great story for the entire league. Thomas is a legend in Germany; I remember many heated duels with him against Leipzig. America can look forward to him."
He added: "Of course, they're a title favourite with Thomas Muller. They already have a good team, and now he's joining them, and they're clearly on course for the playoffs. Things could get really good"
THE BIGGER PICTURE
Muller’s arrival instantly boosts the Whitecaps’ title hopes, making them one of the favourites in MLS. His signing also highlights MLS’s continued pull for global superstars, following in the footsteps of players like Lionel Messi, Zlatan Ibrahimovic and David Beckham. The club now has a unique blend of experienced European pedigree and local talent as they aim for playoff success and a strong finish in the 2025 season.
Getty ImagesWHAT NEXT FOR VANCOUVER?Muller is expected to make his MLS debut against Houston on August 17, following the Canadian Championship semi-final against Forge FC. The Whitecaps will aim to integrate him quickly into the squad and capitalise on his experience to push for the MLS Cup. Fans and the club alike will watch closely to see if Muller’s presence can convert the Whitecaps into genuine title contenders this season.