Müller 'turned down United offer'

Bayern Munich striker Thomas Müller has revealed that he turned down an “astronomical” offer to join Manchester United this summer.

Müller 'turned down United offer'

Bayern Munich striker Thomas Müller has revealed that he turned down an “astronomical” offer to join Manchester United this summer.

Müller had been tipped for a move to Old Trafford to link up with United boss Louis Van Gaal, under whom he made his Bayern debut in 2009.

The 24-year-old subsequently ended speculation about his future by signing a five-year contract extension with the Bundesliga giants.

But when asked whether he knew of United’s interest, Müller told Germany’s Sport Bild newspaper: “Of course – I was aware I could theoretically earn more with a transfer.

“The sums that were standing by from foreign clubs were already astronomical. I can only say that a change was never really an issue anyway.”

Müller proved one of the stars of Germany’s victorious World Cup campaign, scoring a hat-trick against Portugal and further goals against the United States and Brazil.

more courts articles

Man appears in court charged with false imprisonment of woman in van Man appears in court charged with false imprisonment of woman in van
Man in court over alleged false imprisonment of woman Man in court over alleged false imprisonment of woman
Coronation Street actor William Roache (91) given three months to settle tax debt Coronation Street actor William Roache (91) given three months to settle tax debt

More in this section

Old Trafford file photo Two Man Utd fans arrested following tragedy chanting during Liverpool FA Cup tie
Republic of Ireland U21 Training Session Amid his coaching journey, Paul McShane sensing change at Man Utd
Waterford v Athlone Town - SSE Airtricity Men's First Division Play-Off Semi-Final Second Leg Waterford cruise past Rockmount to book Munster Senior Cup final with Kerry
Sport Push Notifications

By clicking on 'Sign Up' you will be the first to know about our latest and best sporting content on this browser.

Sign Up
Sport
Newsletter

Latest news from the world of sport, along with the best in opinion from our outstanding team of sports writers

Sign up
Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited