Thomas Müller reflects on Bayern rejecting €100 million Manchester United offer

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Thomas Müller reflects on Bayern rejecting €100 million Manchester United offer
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Thomas Müller recounted Bayern Munich's decision to turn down a €100 million offer from Manchester United in 2015 during a podcast appearance. Müller was 25 years old at the time and already a key figure at Bayern, having won the World Cup. He expressed appreciation for Bayern's refusal, viewing it as validation of his importance to the club. Shortly thereafter, he extended his contract with Bayern until 2021. Over the next decade, Müller would go on to solidify his status as a club legend.

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  • •Müller was subject to a €100 million bid from Manchester United in 2015.
  • •Bayern Munich rejected the offer, signaling his importance to the team.
  • •Müller later extended his contract with Bayern through 2021.
  • •He has since become a defining player for Bayern Munich.
  • •The incident illustrates Bayern's commitment to retaining key players.
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