Breaking: Harry Kane's Shock Move to Bayern Munich Sends Shockwaves Through Football World

Bayern Munich has reached a lucrative agreement worth nearly £100m for the acquisition of England's skipper, Harry Kane. Notably, substantial progress was achieved on Thursday evening towards resolving the remaining obstacles hindering the transfer.

Under this agreement, Bayern is prepared to pay Tottenham an upfront fee of £86m for Kane, while additional bonuses will bring the total deal value close to £100m. This colossal sum sets a new record for the club.

Kane now faces a pivotal choice, and as of Thursday afternoon, there were genuine uncertainties regarding the potential transfer, as sources informed We News that it was becoming more probable for him to remain at Spurs.

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Progress has been made since Thursday afternoon in resolving the issues between the England captain and Spurs, although there is still no consensus on what needs to be resolved for him to join Bayern.

Negotiations for Kane's future continue, making Friday a crucial day. With only one year remaining on his contract and no sign of renewal, Tottenham Hotspur prefers reaching a decision for a potential transfer as a precautionary measure.

Kane hopes to have his future sorted out before Tottenham's season debut in the Premier League against Brentford on Sunday, August 13. The match will be broadcasted live on WeTV.

Despite a disappointing season for Spurs where they finished eighth and missed out on European football, Kane managed to score 30 goals in the Premier League. It's worth noting that the team has not won any trophies since 2008.

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Harry Kane, positioned in the center, is poised to join forces with Bayern manager Thomas Tuchel on the field, as Tottenham Hotspur chairman Daniel Levy is willing to transfer the talented striker. Throughout his tenure at Spurs, Kane impressively netted 280 goals in a total of 435 appearances, with his inaugural goal being executed in December of 2011.

With 213 goals in 320 Premier League games, he is currently 48 goals off breaking Alan Shearer's record as the highest scorer in Premier League history.

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"It's another significant development, it has been a truly, truly exceptional day in this transfer saga involving the England captain.

Further news this evening reveals that discussions have been ongoing since Thursday afternoon, indicating progress towards making the transfer of Harry Kane from Tottenham to Bayern Munich a reality.

'Progress made' on Kane move to Bayern

Bayern Munich sources have informed me that they have reached a preliminary agreement with Tottenham for the acquisition of Harry Kane. However, the deal is not yet finalized as the remaining details are currently being ironed out between the two clubs.

Based on the information available, it seems highly unlikely that Kane would reject this opportunity. Unlike Kyle Walker's situation in the past, Kane has expressed his desire to join Bayern Munich. In fact, there is a verbal agreement in place which would allow him to sign a contract extension until 2028.

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- "The contract is set to last for five years, with the possibility of additional options. In becoming the highest-paid player, Bayern is fully confident that Kane will choose to join their team. This is precisely why Bayern remained persistent in negotiations with Daniel Levy. The deal is now nearing its completion."

View from Germany: I can't imagine Kane saying 'no'

"Tottenham can't turn this money down with one year left on his contract when they think he is going to walk for free at the end of it.

"He may be 30 years old, but I don't pay much attention to his age. Based on his playing style, I believe he can easily continue playing until he's 35 or 36. His success isn't dependent on speed, as his intelligence rivals that of anyone else.

"I'm genuinely surprised that Manchester United didn't acquire him. If they had, they could have benefited from his skills for a solid four or five years, leading them to victory in the Premier League."

There is no alternative - it is unlikely that they will release him without any cost in the upcoming season. Regardless of who you are and considering the current era, where there is a substantial amount of money in the Premier League, it would be foolish to do so.

Do you think this Tottenham team will secure a spot in the top four next season? I would be surprised. Therefore, holding onto him does not guarantee a top-four finish. So whatever we may lose by selling him, we can recuperate it through the Champions League. However, that won't be the scenario.

Kane's impressive tally of 30 goals last season was overshadowed by Spurs' disappointing finish. It's hard not to sympathize with Ange Postecoglou, considering the potential of the team reaching the top four if he remains in charge, compared to the bleak prospect of not even securing a spot in the top half if he departs. They would unquestionably become a bottom-half team without him.

The question arises, who will step up to fill the void in goal-scoring? It's worth noting that Tottenham finished in eighth place last season. While James Maddison is a talented player whom I admire, it's essential to remember that even Leicester, his former club, faced relegation at one point.

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Kane has not won a trophy at Spurs

As Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy engages in negotiations with Bayern Munich's CEO, striker Harry Kane will consider the potential benefits and value of a potential move. Although he has expressed his willingness to consider the switch, Kane's concern about leaving his childhood club without a completed deal before the first Premier League game reflects his loyalty.

Kane's motivation for this move is not primarily about the money; rather, it is driven by his desire to leave a lasting legacy at Bayern. Taking into account his goal to break the Premier League goalscoring record, which he has openly expressed, it has previously been used as a reason for him to stay in England. With 30 goals scored last season, this record is also within reach for him.

We senior journalist Peter Smith looks at the decision facing Kane

Sentimental quest for success or Bayern's trophy charge?

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Harry Kane's exceptional creativity statistics for Tottenham during the 2022/23 season in the Premier League have caught the attention of Bayern Munich. As a dominant force in German football, having secured the championship title 33 times, with the last 11 obtained consecutively, Bayern Munich is not in search of bargains but rather aims to acquire the absolute best player. The club has placed their trust in Kane, believing that he is the one they have identified as their top choice.

That is why they are willing to break the Bundesliga transfer record in order to bring the captain of the England national team to Bavaria. Despite turning 30, the belief is that Kane can provide an immediate impact and assist Bayern in achieving their coveted Champions League victory. Although Bayern was the highest-scoring team in the Bundesliga last season, netting 92 goals, it is still deemed necessary to acquire a striker.

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