"Despite my changed role at FC Bayern, I felt very comfortable; I truly enjoyed being part of the team and would have liked to stay. But looking back now, I can say that the adventure in Vancouver probably gave me more emotionally as a footballer than a first half of the season with FC Bayern as a squad player would have,"
"I never really lost touch with the club; I still talk to some of the players on the phone or chat with club officials on WhatsApp. My departure was exactly how you'd imagine it in a romantic sense: it wasn't just a matter of handing over the keys and being gone. All my farewell parties helped with that."
Thomas Müller departed Bayern Munich after 25 years and joined the Vancouver Whitecaps following a controversial exit. Despite a reduced role at Bayern, he felt comfortable, enjoyed being part of the team, and would have liked to remain. The Vancouver experience provided greater emotional reward than staying as a squad player at Bayern. Müller has kept in contact with former teammates and club officials and experienced multiple farewell events. He has adapted well to life in Canada, registering 11 goal contributions in 12 MLS games, while continuing to value his connection to Bayern.
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