After 25 trophy-filled years at Bayern Munich, Thomas Mueller will depart the German record winners at the end of the season since he was not offered a new contract, he announced on Saturday.

The 35-year-old attacking midfielder, who began his career as a youth player and became the most successful player in the Bundesliga with 12 league titles, stated in a social media post that he would have like to stay.

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“Even after all these years, regardless of the minutes I play, I still really enjoy being on the pitch with the lads and fighting for titles together for our team.

“I could have easily imagined taking on this role next year as well,” Mueller said.

“However, the club consciously decided not to negotiate a new contract with me for next season.

” Even if this wasn’t in line with my personal wishes, it’s important that the club follows its convictions.

“I respect this step, which the board and supervisory board certainly didn’t take lightly.”

The next phase of his club career was not mentioned by him.

After years of being a sure starter, Mueller’s playing time drastically decreased during the past two seasons, and under coach Vincent Kompany, he now only plays a small role.

Both the player and the club have remained mute up to this point despite months of intense speculation about his future.

Mueller is not expected to retire from football anytime soon, but Bayern has made it clear that they want him to stay engaged with the team after his playing career is over.

Mueller will make his final appearances for the team in June and July at the Club World Cup in the United States, according to Bayern, which stated that the decision to terminate his career with the team was made in consultation with the player.

“Thomas Mueller is the epitome of a Bavarian textbook career,” club president Herbert Hainer said in a statement.

“No one has won more German championships, and his 33 titles speak volumes. He joins the ranks of FC Bayern’s most outstanding personalities.”

In addition to winning two Champions League titles, two club World Cups, and six German Cups with Bayern, Mueller was a one-club player, which is uncommon in elite football these days.

He also contributed to Germany’s World Cup victory in 2014.

With Bayern leading the title race by nine points, Mueller may add additional titles to his swollen trophy collection this season.

Next week, they will also play Inter Milan of Italy in the quarterfinals of the Champions League.

The Allianz Arena in Munich will host the Champions League final.

“Now our full focus is on our sporting goals for the season,” Mueller said.

“It would be a dream for me to bring the league trophy back home and reach the long-awaited final at home at the end of May.”