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WHAT HAPPENED?
Amid speculation linking Harry Kane with a Premier League return, the Bayern Munich forward has categorically shut down any such move this summer.
The England captain left Tottenham in the summer 2023 transfer window to join Bayern Munich in pursuit of winning trophies in club football. Kane, who has yet to win a single trophy during his time with the Bavarians, remains committed to the club at least until the end of the current season. His contract with Bayern runs until the summer of 2027, and he has expressed satisfaction with his life and career in Germany.
The 31-year-old has been linked with clubs such as Liverpool and Manchester United, who are reportedly open to recruiting him should he leave Bayern in the future. However, Kane has downplayed these reports, stating that his focus remains with the Bundesliga giants.
WHAT THEY SAID
Speaking to ESPN after Bayern Munich’s 2-2 draw against Hertha Berlin in the Bundesliga, Kane said, “At the moment I don’t (have plans to leave). There are quite a few (stories) I know, but I’m just keeping that focus on what I can do for the team, and decisions like that will have to be made when it gets to the end of the season. But clearly these stories are out there. As a player, you have to just put it to one side. I’ve been here for a few years, so by now, you know how to deal with speculation about your future and other players’ futures.”
He added, “I don’t (have anything planned to say to the fans), all I can do is concentrate on my job, which is to help the team win games. Like I said, it makes me happy, and I want to help this team succeed. Whatever happens after the end of the season is not yet written, and I’m sure everyone will find out soon.”
THE BIGGER PICTURE
While Liverpool and Manchester United are reportedly interested in Kane, the striker — who scored 44 goals in all competitions for Bayern during the previous season and has been instrumental in their campaigns this season — is optimistic about ending his trophy drought in Munich. Bayern are currently leading the Bundesliga and are contenders in the Champions League, which provides Kane with a realistic chance at finally securing silverware. Despite the rumors, Kane has reiterated his satisfaction with life at Bayern Munich, describing it as the “highest level” of competition in football.
