Manchester United have been linked with a move for the England international in a bid to bolster their attacking prowess
Bayern Munich star Harry Kane(Image: PA)
Harry Kane, who has been linked with Manchester United, is reportedly planning to stay at Bayern Munich for another season, ending any speculation about a potential return to the Premier League.
United are in desperate need of a new striker this summer, having scored just 39 goals in 34 top flight games this season. Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee have both had underwhelming campaigns, netting only 16 times combined across all competitions.
Kane, on the other hand, has scored an impressive 36 goals in 44 appearances for Bayern Munich so far. In his debut season, the 31-year-old found the net 44 times in 45 outings.
The Manchester Evening News understand that United bought Hojlund after they decided against pursuing Kane two summer’s ago.
Earlier this year, German publication BILD reported that Kane’s contract at the Allianz Arena included a release clause, potentially allowing him to leave for £67million in January. That figure is expected to drop to £54m this summer, drawing United’s attention to the situation.
However, talkSPORT now reports that sources close to the England international have indicated he is happy in Germany and wants to help Bayern win the Bundesliga and Champions League titles before considering a move
Bayern’s next game against RB Leipzig could see Vincent Kompany’s team secure the Bundesliga title, giving Kane the first silverware of his career. However, he will not participate after receiving a fifth yellow card against Mainz.
“Crazy, crazy decision,” the former Tottenham star said. “It’s kind of my story that I’ll miss the Leipzig game but no worries, I’ll celebrate more than anyone else.
“I’m very disappointed that I got the yellow card. Because I also knew I already had four yellow cards. It’s crazy to be suspended with five yellow cards in 34 matches. It’s just a crazy rule. There should be a reset of yellow cards halfway through the season, like in the Premier League.”
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