The wait is over, Thomas M ü ller is a member of the Vancouver Whitecaps. After more than a week of speculation, the 35-year-old German star officially signed with the Whitecaps on Wednesday. He’s scheduled to land in Vancouver next week, and perhaps play as soon as the Whitecaps’ next home match on Aug. 17.

Schaad agrees that Müller will be a good fit in Vancouver. "He's a guy who can be very serious sometimes, he can be fun, but he is one of the most intelligent players ever," he said. The Whitecaps' decision to sign Müller comes at a pivotal time in franchise history.

Thomas Müller has officially joined the Vancouver Whitecaps, but it wasn't easy because of MLS' Discovery Rights. What are they and are they good for the league?