Eberl, seemingly learning from past missteps, aimed for a more measured approach this time around. he acknowledged his earlier misjudgment in January, where he prematurely offered Müller the option to extend his contract. Reflecting on the situation, Eberl admitted on the “double pass” show that his initial handling of the situation was “not particularly smart.”

Eberl’s primary task was to explain the rationale behind the club’s decision to part ways with a Bayern icon, especially given Müller’s stated desire to continue playing. The situation was further complicated by the club’s attempt to manage the narrative, including a photo celebrating Müller’s supposed contract “extension” during the Club World Cup. While some viewed the image as disingenuous, Eberl clarified that the photo was Müller’s idea. The question remains: can this situation truly have a happy ending?

Eberl’s most recent statement, however, is the one that’s likely to linger. While remaining deliberately vague, he justified the decision regarding Müller as being crucial for the club’s future squad planning. This is a decision for FC Bayern’s future, Eberl stated, before adding, I can’t say everything we were going to do in the summer. But if you see the overall picture, what we were going to do, we have come to this decision for which we do not receive applause. This declaration has ignited intense speculation about Bayern’s summer transfer plans and the direction of the team.