Kane replacement: will Bayern snap up this top striker on a free? | OneFootball

FC Bayern is already planning for the future – and a prominent name could play a role in that. According to the BILD podcast “Bayern Insider,” Munich is taking a close look at Dusan Vlahovic. The 25-year-old striker from Juventus Turin has been on the German record champion’s list for some time.

“Bayern has him on their list. They have looked into him in the past, but it didn’t come together. He’s a striker who is very Bayern-like,” explains BILD football chief Christian Falk.

The Serbian international’s contract with Juve runs until the summer of 2026. An extension is considered uncertain, especially since the “Old Lady” wants to offload the attacker due to his high salary.

Financial conditions are feasible

Vlahovic is among the top earners in Turin. A transfer to FC Bayern would therefore mainly be a question of financial possibilities. However, Falk assesses the situation optimistically: “For Bayern, the salary is affordable – especially if Harry Kane’s salary becomes available. Then they could easily afford a Vlahovic.”

The background is a release clause in Kane’s contract. The English superstar, who is under contract until 2027, could leave the club in the summer of 2026 for around 65 million euros. While Bayern still count on their top striker staying long-term, rumors about a return to England persist.

Mandzukic type – Bayern would have a déjà vu

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For BILD chief reporter Tobias Altschäffl, Vlahovic is a perfect sporting fit for Munich: “At Juve, he’s a bit on the sidelines. But he’s a goal machine, the Mario Mandzukic type, who is fondly remembered in Munich. I think Kalle Rummenigge still raves about him today. Vlahovic is expensive – but in terms of mentality, it would be a great fit.”

A look back: Mandzukic moved from VfL Wolfsburg to FC Bayern in 2012 and scored 48 goals in 88 competitive matches. His goal to make it 1-0 in the 2013 Champions League final against Borussia Dortmund, which Munich won 2-1, remains unforgettable. The Croatian also won two league titles (2013, 2014) and two DFB-Pokal cups (2013, 2014) with the club.

If Kane does eventually push for a return to England, Vlahovic could follow in his footsteps – as a new striker with international caliber and the mentality of a true goal scorer.

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