Paul Merson believes that Tottenham should not refuse Bayern Munich's offer of £94.6m for Harry Kane, but he also cautions Spurs that if their captain does leave the club, they will no longer be considered a top-10 team. It is crucial for Tottenham to consider accepting the offer as Kane's contract will expire soon and he may leave without any transfer fee.
Despite being 30 years old, I don't focus on his age. Based on his playing style, I believe he can easily continue playing until the age of 35 or 36. His performance does not hinge on his speed; his intelligence on the field is exceptional. I am still bewildered as to why Manchester United did not purchase him. If they had, they could have enjoyed his services for a valuable four or five years and potentially secured a Premier League victory.
There is no alternative - it's highly unlikely that they will release him without a fee next season. Regardless of who you are and considering the current era of abundance in the Premier League, it would be foolish to decline this opportunity.
Do you think this Tottenham team will secure a top-four spot in the upcoming season? I would be surprised. Therefore, keeping him and securing a top-four spot is not guaranteed. So, any potential loss incurred by selling him will be compensated by participating in the Champions League. However, that will not be the scenario.
Why was it not possible for him to join Chelsea? His potential destination for next summer is flexible. It all relies on the current circumstances. Is he in a situation where Levy is preventing him from transferring to other clubs? So could Kane consider telling them: I'll remain quiet and disappoint you by leaving to sign with Chelsea? Also, Mauricio Pochettino is present there.
Considering that Manchester United recently spent £72m on Rasmus Hojlund, they are unable to pursue Harry Kane. If this youngster fails to perform, he will already face enough pressure. The only possibility for him to join Manchester City is if Spurs ask for Julian Alvarez in exchange, as he is a prolific goal scorer.
Kane netted 30 goals in the previous season while Spurs's performance fell far from expectations. It's difficult not to sympathize with Ange Postecoglou, but we're discussing a team that potentially lands within the top four if he stays, compared to a team that fails to secure a position in the upper half if he departs.
Without a doubt, they become a bottom half team if he departs. The question arises, who will fill his shoes and score the goals? Their previous season ended with an eighth-place finish. Personally, I admire James Maddison as he is an excellent player. However, even with him, Leicester City suffered relegation.
Wolves playing dangerous game, I don't see them staying up
Many owners in the lower half of the Premier League standings are assuming a risk. They observe Luton and Sheffield United advancing and contemplate the idea that if they outperform just one more team, there may not be a pressing need to allocate £100 million in wages and distribute £100,000 per week in salaries.
Wolves are facing a problem as they release players without bringing in any replacements. It appears that their focus is on surpassing the performance of Luton and Sheffield United, which is a risky strategy. Based on the current situation, it seems unlikely that Wolves will avoid relegation. However, if Gary O'Neil is recruited, he could potentially contribute positively. If they do manage to bring in someone, it will be crucial to have a manager with a deep understanding of the Premier League, similar to what was showcased in the previous match, so they can quickly adapt to the league and familiarize themselves with the opposing teams.
Bringing someone from abroad who would need time to adjust is undesirable. Gary is familiar with all those players, although he hasn't worked with them, he has played against them. However, others may require six months and end up being relegated by Christmas.