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England captain Harry Kane meets Bayern for contract talks

7/24/2026

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Kane Negotiates Deal

Germany will host talks between England captain Harry Kane and Bayern Munich on a new contract.
Kane’s contract ends at the close of the coming season, prompting Bayern to keep him.
He joined Bayern from Tottenham in 2023 for a reported £86 million.
Kane has 146 goals in 134 games, two Bundesliga titles, a German Cup and six World Cup goals, while Barcelona and Saudi clubs remain interested.

Summary

Kane Powers Treble

Kane's output helped Bayern clinch a domestic treble, their first since 2019-20.
His 73 goals in 65 games rank second only to Messi’s 82, boosting his 2025/26 Ballon d’Or hopes.
Bayern can avoid triggering his €65 million release clause, preserving financial flexibility.
Six World Cup goals make him England’s all-time tournament scorer and his form should lift Bayern’s merchandise revenue and global profile.

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Kane Negotiates Deal

Germany will host talks between England captain Harry Kane and Bayern Munich on a new contract.
Kane’s contract ends at the close of the coming season, prompting Bayern to keep him.
He joined Bayern from Tottenham in 2023 for a reported £86 million.
Kane has 146 goals in 134 games, two Bundesliga titles, a German Cup and six World Cup goals, while Barcelona and Saudi clubs remain interested.

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