Bayern Munich braced for Harry Kane exit, Tottenham still hold a purchase clause

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Bayern Munich may be quietly preparing for life without Harry Kane, as fresh claims suggest the Tottenham legend could look to leave earlier than expected despite his contract running until 2027.

Harry Kane has spent three seasons away from Tottenham Hotspur at Bayern Munich since his £100million sale in 2023.

The England captain is now closing in on 100 goals in a Bayern Munich shirt with 91 already scored, continuing to underline his reputation as one of the most clinical finishers in world football.

Yet there is a lingering sense that Kane still has unfinished business in England, particularly as he edged closer to Alan Shearer’s all-time Premier League scoring record, but to surpass the Newcastle legend, a return to English football would be unavoidable.

Journalist reveals Bayern Munich stance on Kane’s future

Speaking to talkSport, journalist Raphael Honigstein has now shared his thoughts on Kane’s long-term future at Bayern, suggesting that the German club are already bracing itself for the possibility of a departure.

The former Tottenham striker remains under contract with Bayern Munich until 2027. However, clauses within his deal could pave the way for an earlier exit on a reduced fee should he decide that his time in Germany has run its course.

Tottenham also hold a first option clause for Kane, and while it is uncertain whether they would ever activate it, the speculation continues to grow

Honigstein said: “People in Germany do not expect Harry Kane to see out his career at Bayern necessarily. There was always a chance, and I think Bayern are braced for the possibility that he will leave perhaps slightly earlier than his contract.

“His contract runs until 2027, so one way or the other I think both he and the club need to take a view on this fairly soon, and the fact that they were pushing for somebody who can be both a backup and understudy for Kane tells its own story.”

He continued: “They looked at Sesko, they looked at Woltemade, and they ended up with Jackson on an obligation which is kind of a soft buy.

“That suggests Bayern are aware of the possibility that Kane might go in a year or two, so they need to plan for the future.

“But at the same time, he is so good that anyone who comes in, and I would put Jackson firmly in that bracket, would have to play around Kane rather than really compete.

“There is absolutely no chance that Jackson will displace Kane, he would only play alongside him, ahead of him, or step in if Kane misses a game or two. He is very much there to be the backup and maybe the eventual successor, but we are still some way off that.”

Tottenham still searching for Harry Kane replacement

Tottenham have not truly replaced Harry Kane since his exit, with new arrival Dominic Solanke yet to match the impact or numbers of the England international.

While a return to Tottenham cannot be ruled out in the future, it is unlikely to be a straightforward pursuit for the Lilywhites.

Manchester United are among the clubs that have long been linked with Kane, and Spurs would be hoping that if he ever does cut ties with Bayern Munich and return to England, it would be to the club where his career first began.

However, Tottenham did add a first refusal clause into the deal when they sold Kane to Bayern, so there is hope for Spurs fans yet.