Ex-Bayern chief Salihamidzic raves about Kane: "Worth every penny!" | OneFootball

Harry Kane is the face of FC Bayern's new dominance. The English striker scores, leads, works hard – and not only excites fans and experts, but also someone who significantly shaped Munich over the years: Hasan Salihamidzic. The former sports director praises the superstar with great words.

Few players have shaped an era at FC Bayern as quickly as Harry Kane in recent years. The captain of the English national team has an impressive record since his transfer in the summer of 2023: 18 goals and 5 assists in the first 13 competitive matches of the season – and a game understanding that goes far beyond pure goal-scoring qualities.

Hasan Salihamidzic is also deeply impressed. “He is simply the best striker in the world,” said the 48-year-old on Sunday evening on the sidelines of the Kings League to SPORT1. And he added: “He needs to stay healthy. Then Bayern have the chance to win many titles this season.”

Kane also impresses with defensive qualities

Photo: IMAGO/RHR-Foto | Photo: IMAGO/RHR-Foto,

On Saturday, Kane once again became the match-winner in the 2-1 victory in the Bundesliga classic against Borussia Dortmund. With his header goal to take the lead, he initiated the victory – and impressed with an extraordinary overall package: precise passes, high game intelligence, tireless effort, and even a spectacular defensive tackle shortly before the end.

For Salihamidzic, it is clear: “He is a top player and worth every cent. He is a seasoned man, plays outstandingly, is everywhere on the pitch, and seemingly converts every shot. That's why he is world-class.”

The discussions about the nearly 100 million euros transfer fee that Bayern paid to Tottenham Hotspur are now considered irrelevant by the former sports director: “Everyone who claimed Kane cost too much money was wrong.”

Salihamidzic continues to cheer

Salihamidzic proudly emphasizes that Kane has long become a leading figure of the team with his experience and mentality. The striker embodies exactly those qualities that have distinguished FC Bayern for decades: quality, will, team spirit, and efficiency.

“The guys played a good game, I'm very pleased,” said Salihamidzic regarding the victory over Dortmund. “I am still fully involved with my heart.”

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