BERLIN (Reuters) - Bayern Munich were surprised by the timing of captain Philipp Lahm's announcement that he planned to retire at the end of the season, club CEO Karl-Heinz Rummenigge said on Wednesday. "Bayern Munich are surprised by the actions of Philipp Lahm and his advisor," Rummenigge said in a statement. "Until yesterday we were expecting to issue a joint statement from Philipp Lahm and Bayern Munich. Lahm is among Germany's most successful players of all time, having won almost every trophy with club and country, including seven Bundesliga titles, six German Cups, the Champions League, the Club World Cup and the World Cup. "We want to make it clear that the doors at Bayern Munich will remain open for Philipp," Rummenigge added.

Source: The Star February 08, 2017 12:26 UTC