Harry Kane's Shocking Absence from Barcelona Friendly as Bayern Munich Resumes Secret Talks

Harry Kane did not travel to Barcelona for Tottenham's last pre-season friendly because discussions between Bayern Munich and Spurs are still ongoing, even though Bayern's latest offer for the striker was rejected.

Neither side has completely walked away from the negotiations, according to We News.

In Tottenham's 5-1 friendly victory over Shakhtar Donetsk on Sunday, Kane scored four goals and received a standing ovation.

Most of the Spurs players who participated in the Shakhtar match have not made the trip for Tuesday night's game against Barcelona, alongside Kane.

Kane is currently thriving under the new Tottenham head coach, Ange Postecoglou, and there are increasing indications that he will remain at the club.

Kane is eager to settle his future before Tottenham's initial Premier League match at Brentford. The match will be broadcasted live on We on Sunday, August 13. One of the motivations behind Kane's desire for a prompt resolution is personal. His wife is expected to deliver their child in a few weeks, making it impossible for her to travel.

Bayern Munich's executives were scheduled to discuss Kane at a meeting on Monday as they pondered their pursuit of the 30-year-old, as per Sky in Germany. The German club had been awaiting a response from Tottenham after presenting a 'fair and final offer' for the striker, valued at over €100m (£86m) with add-ons.

Bayern believed they made a concession with the offer. During the meeting of club representatives in London, there was a difference in valuation of at least £20m. Bayern’s offer on Friday narrowed that gap even more.

The champions of the Bundesliga desired a prompt response, or else they would consider pursuing alternate targets. This stance will now undergo a test and their next course of action is yet to be determined.

Spurs face the potential risk of retaining Kane beyond the ongoing transfer window, as he is set to become a free agent next summer. Losing a prolific striker of his caliber to a Premier League competitor would be a significant setback for the club. Kane's impressive tally of 30 goals in the previous Premier League season came amidst a disappointing campaign for Spurs, who finished eighth and failed to qualify for European competitions. Additionally, the club has been unable to secure a trophy since 2008.

'Bayern's final offer a potential transfer tactic'

As of now, he has recorded an impressive tally of 280 goals in 435 appearances for the club. His journey as a goal-scorer commenced in December 2011 when he found the back of the net for the first time as a member of Spurs. Furthermore, in the esteemed Premier League, he has proudly achieved 213 goals out of 320 games played. Notably, he stands a mere 48 goals away from surpassing Alan Shearer's long-standing record as the highest scorer in Premier League history.

According to news reporter Paul Gilmour, the negotiations have reached a crucial stage as the end seems near. However, Tottenham has made it clear that they will not be easily influenced by Bayern Munich. The future course of action will depend on Bayern, who may consider enhancing their offer despite the previous "final" proposal.

It's possible that Bayern's claim that this was their last offer was a ploy to apply pressure to Spurs. Bayern is eager to finalize the deal quickly as they want Kane to be a part of their squad for the German Super Cup this weekend.

From Bayern's viewpoint, they believe they have made concessions. When the two clubs met in London last week, there was a valuation difference of at least £20m. Bayern has narrowed that gap with their latest offer, but Tottenham remains unsatisfied and feels it still falls short of their own valuation.

"Despite this, Bayern will feel the door is still open because nobody has walked away from the table."

Postecoglou unfazed by 'tough' new beginnings

Spurs manager Postecoglou had a conversation with We' Peter Smith on Monday regarding Kane's future, which raised questions about the distraction it has caused. Despite scoring four goals on Sunday and showing clear focus and performance, the uncertainty of Kane's presence in the team in the upcoming weeks poses a challenge in terms of building a cohesive unit and implementing complex tactical systems. How difficult has this situation been for you?

Honestly, it's no different from any other club I've worked with. The early stages are always challenging. At Celtic, for instance, I faced difficulties in the first six games because we were still in the process of signing new players until the very end of the transfer window. Not only did I lack a solid team, but I also had to deal with the absence of a key player. This situation was similar to my experience in Japan.

So, it's just the way things go at the beginning. It's quite normal for me. Every time I start a new job, I understand that they are looking for change and with change comes hurdles in the initial stages. In this particular case, Harry is obviously the biggest obstacle to tackle.

You simply have to adapt to it. I have developed a strong sense of discipline to ensure that I don't solely concentrate on one aspect. I don't allow myself to be swayed by what I perceive as the utmost priority.

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Our top priority at the moment is to establish a strong team. It is not a matter of just one or two individuals. If we were in the second or third year of the project, and the team was already performing according to my expectations, with a solid foundation of talented players, and if the only concern was Harry, then I would invest more time and find it slightly more distracting, given the level of energy required.

However, at the moment, while Harry holds significance within this group, my primary concern lies in my actions with the group. It was my intention to inquire about your perception of success for this season, but I believe that incorporating your style and ensuring the team adheres to your vision would qualify. Nevertheless, does Harry's current circumstances influence your pursuit of a specific points tally or position?

I don't believe in setting goals or targets in my life. Setting them may have hindered my success, as a lot of it has been unexpected, even surprising myself. By not setting goals, it makes it easier to reach them without everyone becoming complacent. I strive to be the best team we can be and have noticed that if success doesn't come in the first year, it often comes in the second.

However, our supporters have provided a valuable measure of our progress. Their perspectives and emotions will determine whether we have met our objectives by the end of this year. Although it is uncertain what form this success will take - be it points, trophies, or other factors - if our fans are content, we can consider ourselves successful. Ultimately, our aim is for the fans, the most crucial individuals in our football club, to believe that our team has advanced and instilled hope for the future.

We News chief reporter Kaveh Solhekol:

"I think it's interesting that Tottenham don't seem to be dancing to Bayern's tune.

"There were a lot of reports coming out of Germany on Friday saying that Bayern Munich needed to know by midnight on Friday otherwise they were going to walk away.

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Solhekol: Spurs won't dance to Bayern's tune

Spurs are not going to adhere to any arbitrary deadlines set by Bayern Munich as they take their time. They have publicly announced the rejection of the offer."

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