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Harry Kane has recently entered the final 18 months of his contract at Bayern Munich, and clubs are reportedly beginning to circle
Tottenham Hotspur have been dealt a blow to their hopes of signing Harry Kane. The 32-year-old striker, who Bayern Munich signed from the Lilywhites in July 2023 for £86.4 million (€100m), has recently been linked with a move back to the Premier League.
Kane, whose contract at the Allianz Arena expires in June 2027, has featured 13 times in the Bundesliga this season, scoring 17 goals and providing three assists. Playing a key role in Vincent Kompany's side, he's helped the reigning champions establish an eight point lead at the top of the table.
Despite the England international's impressive performances last term, Bayern wanted to bolster their attacking options. The Bavarians initially set their sights on Nick Woltemade, but he went to Newcastle United, so they signed Nicolas Jackson on loan instead.
Kane has recently entered the final 18 months of his deal, casting an element of doubt over his future. However, if reports in Germany are to be believed, the Three Lions captain doesn't plan on leaving Bayern any time soon.
According to Sport Bild, Kane has a release clause worth €65m (£56.8m) in his contract, which must be triggered by January 31 in order to complete a transfer in the summer. The report claims that Manchester City, Manchester United, and Tottenham are interested in signing the Englishman.
However, Kane has reportedly decided not to activate his release clause. Instead, Sport Bild reckons that the veteran striker is open to signing a one-year extension at the Allianz Arena; Bayern will only initiate talks once the clause expires.
In October, the Tottenham legend provided an update on his future. While on international duty, as quoted by Sky Sports, Kane said: "In terms of the Premier League, I don't know.
"If you had asked me when I first left to go to Bayern, I would have said for sure I would come back. Now I have been there a couple of years I would probably say that has gone down a little bit, but I wouldn't say I would never go back.
"What I have learnt in my career is that different opportunities and different timings happen and things fall in place. Going back to my first point with Bayern right now I am fully all in with Bayern."
Kane added: ""n terms of staying longer (at Bayern), I could definitely see that. I spoke openly a couple of weeks ago that I have not had those conversations with Bayern yet, but if they were to arise I would be willing to talk and have an honest conversation.
"Obviously it depends on how the next year or so goes and what we achieve together. Right now, I would say we are in a fantastic moment and I am not thinking about anything else."
On signing a new contract at Bayern, Kane said: "If it happens, it happens. I don't think there is any need to rush anything on both parts. Obviously, we are only two months into the season.
"If there is going to be an extension, it has to work for everyone and it has to have a clear vision on where we see the club. Personally, I don't want to rush into anything. The conversation I am sure will be one we have and then we will go from there.
"I am extremely happy there, my wife and kids are happy to stay and as you get older that a big part of any decision you make. But, as always, you never know what is around the corner.
"I am not going to put my eggs in any basket. I am going to enjoy what I am doing and right now that is at Bayern Munich, definitely for this season and probably next season that is going to be the way."
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