Harry Kane reveals how he feels about returning to Tottenham from Bayern Munich this summer

When Harry Kane decided to leave Tottenham Hotspur for Bayern Munich in the summer of 2023, it was a move fueled by his desire to finally lift silverware. After spending nearly two decades at Spurs—where he emerged as the club’s all-time leading scorer—Kane’s departure was an emotional one, but also a logical step in his career. However, from the moment he walked away, there was always a lingering sense that the prolific striker might one day return to north London.

Kane’s Unparalleled Legacy at Spurs

Kane’s impact at Tottenham remains undeniable. Over 435 appearances, the England captain netted 280 goals, cementing himself as one of the greatest strikers the Premier League has ever seen. Yet, despite his extraordinary individual brilliance, Tottenham’s trophy cabinet remained bare during his tenure. At 30 years old, with time ticking on his prime years, Kane made the tough decision to seek a fresh challenge in Germany, joining Bayern Munich in what many viewed as his best chance to win major honors.

First Season at Bayern: No Silverware, But New Optimism

Ironically, Kane’s first season in the Bundesliga did not bring the immediate success he had hoped for. Bayern’s dominance was interrupted by Bayer Leverkusen, who, under Xabi Alonso, outperformed the Bavarian giants to clinch the league title. Despite Kane’s impressive goal-scoring form, Bayern ended the season without a single piece of silverware—something few had predicted when the striker made his high-profile move.
However, the 2024-25 season has started much more positively for Bayern under Vincent Kompany’s guidance. The club currently enjoys a comfortable lead at the top of the Bundesliga, positioning themselves as favorites to reclaim their title. Additionally, Kane and Bayern remain in contention for the Champions League, a competition that could finally see the England international achieve his long-awaited dream of winning a major club trophy.

No Immediate Plans for a Premier League Return

Despite his past ties to Tottenham and ongoing speculation linking him with a move back to the Premier League, Kane has no intention of leaving Bayern Munich anytime soon. According to a report from Give Me Sport, while the 31-year-old striker remains open to a return to Spurs in the future, such a move is highly unlikely to materialize in the upcoming transfer window.
Kane had a £67 million release clause in January 2025, a figure that is set to drop to around £55 million by the early months of 2026. Yet, despite these contractual conditions making a return more financially viable, Kane is reportedly very happy at Bayern and is not considering an early exit. Having signed a four-year contract with the German club, it now appears almost certain that he will at least enter the third season of his tenure in Munich.

Kane’s Goal-Scoring Prowess Continues to Soar

While Kane was already a goal machine at Tottenham, he has somehow managed to elevate his goal-scoring rate even further at Bayern. His record in the Champions League has been particularly remarkable, with nine goals in just 10 appearances so far this season. In all competitions, he has already amassed 31 goals, proving that even as he moves into his thirties, his ability to find the back of the net remains as sharp as ever.
Back in north London, Son Heung-min remains Tottenham’s most consistent attacking threat, but even his impressive numbers are unlikely to challenge Kane’s club-record 280 goals anytime soon. Meanwhile, a new forward has stepped into the Spurs spotlight—Mathys Tel, who made the switch from Bayern to Tottenham in hopes of making a similar impact.
Interestingly, Kane himself has previously spoken highly of Tel’s potential, even hinting that the young forward could thrive under Ange Postecoglou. Only time will tell whether Tel can live up to those expectations and establish himself as Tottenham’s next great goal-scorer.
For now, Kane remains focused on his journey with Bayern Munich, with silverware still very much in sight. While a return to Spurs may happen someday, fans in north London will have to wait a little longer before seeing their all-time top scorer back in white and navy.