Since completing his high-profile transfer from Tottenham Hotspur to Bayern Munich 18 months ago, Harry Kane has maintained an extraordinary level of goalscoring form. The England captain has cemented himself as one of Europe’s most prolific strikers, delivering an astonishing 72 goals and 22 assists in just 73 appearances for the German champions. His contributions this season alone have been staggering, with 28 goals in 28 matches, further proving his immense value to Bayern.
Premier League Clubs Eye Kane Amidst Release Clause Revelation
Recent reports have sparked speculation about Kane’s future, with Premier League clubs such as Tottenham, Manchester United, Chelsea, and Arsenal emerging as potential suitors. The interest in the prolific forward has intensified following revelations about a release clause in his Bayern contract, which reportedly made him available for £67 million during the January transfer window. This clause is set to decrease further to £54 million in January 2026, raising questions about whether English clubs will move for him when the opportunity arises.
However, financial expert Stefan Borson, speaking exclusively to Football Insider, has cast doubt on the likelihood of a Premier League return for Kane at that price. According to Borson, even with the reduced fee, signing Kane could be a costly endeavor due to his high wages, which could push the total financial package to a staggering £100 million over a two or three-year contract.
Will Kane Chase Shearer’s Record?
Kane’s undeniable goalscoring prowess remains a tantalizing prospect for Premier League clubs, particularly as he continues to chase Alan Shearer’s all-time record of 260 goals in the English top flight. Having already netted 213 goals for Spurs, Kane sits just 48 goals away from making history. A return to England could offer him the chance to etch his name in the record books, but the financial implications and his advancing age may complicate any potential deal.
Borson pointed out that Premier League clubs are prioritizing younger talents in the transfer market, making a move for a 32-year-old Kane in 2026 seem unlikely. He highlighted that most big-money deals in recent windows have focused on emerging stars rather than veteran players, citing Barcelona’s €45 million (£38 million) acquisition of Robert Lewandowski at age 33 as a rare exception. However, Borson believes that the football landscape has shifted since then, making a similar move for Kane a highly unrealistic scenario.
Mathys Tel: Tottenham’s Future Star?
As Tottenham continue to adjust to life without their all-time leading scorer, they have turned to Bayern Munich’s Mathys Tel as a potential long-term solution. The 19-year-old French forward arrived at Spurs on loan in the January window, with the club securing a £45 million option-to-buy clause. Tel has already made an impact, scoring his first goal for the club in a 2-1 FA Cup defeat to Aston Villa on February 9.
Former Spurs goalkeeper Paul Robinson has suggested that Tottenham view Tel as the eventual successor to Son Heung-min, whose future in north London remains uncertain. While Tel is still developing, the club sees him as a key player in their rebuilding process, especially after a disappointing campaign that has left them languishing in 14th place in the Premier League.
Kane’s Future: Stay or Return?
While Kane continues to dominate in Germany, his long-term future remains uncertain. Bayern Munich have no immediate concerns about losing their star striker, with reports indicating they are relaxed about his situation despite growing Premier League interest.
Ultimately, Kane’s decision could hinge on his ambitions, financial demands, and the willingness of English clubs to invest in an aging but still world-class forward. If he chooses to return, the battle for his signature could be fierce—but whether clubs will be prepared to meet his financial requirements remains to be seen.
Stefan Borson reveals how much it will cost Daniel Levy+wages to make sensational re-signing of ‘Harry Kane who’s keen to comeback and Break Alan Shearer’s record
