Harry Kane is reportedly on the verge of signing a new long-term deal with Bayern Munich, effectively ending Barcelona’s hopes of bringing the England captain to Camp Nou.
“He loves the club”: Negotiations Underway
Despite interest from Barcelona and several Premier League giants, the 32-year-old striker has no intention of leaving Bavaria. According to Sky Germany’s Florian Plettenberg, Bayern CEO Max Eberl confirmed that talks are progressing positively to extend Kane’s stay until 2028 or 2029. “We are in negotiations with Harry,” Eberl stated, highlighting the club’s commitment to their star man.
Kane is reportedly “in love” with the city of Munich, and his family has fully settled into the local culture. On the pitch, his form is historic: with 34 goals and four assists in just 30 games, he currently sits alongside Kylian Mbappé as the most prolific striker in European football.
Barcelona’s “Plan B”: The Post-Lewandowski Era
With Kane off the table, Hansi Flick and the Barcelona board are forced to shift their focus. As Robert Lewandowski nears the end of his tenure, La Blaugrana have identified several high-profile alternatives for the summer window:
- Elite Targets: Lautaro Martínez (Inter Milan) and Dušan Vlahović (Juventus).
- Tactical Options: Julian Álvarez (Atlético Madrid) and Serhou Guirassy (Borussia Dortmund).
- The Internal Solution: Hansi Flick is also considering Ferran Torres as a permanent replacement, given his impressive performances as a makeshift “number nine” this season.
The Numbers Behind the Star
Kane’s impact at the Allianz Arena has been transformative. Averaging over one goal per game, the Englishman has become the focal point of Bayern’s attack, making his contract renewal a top priority for the German giants before the July window opens.
Siara Costa is a football editor and writer covering both European men’s and women’s football, with a focus on league competitions, match coverage, and in-depth storytelling.
