Kane to leave in 2026? Bayern eye up Real star | OneFootball

Wild speculation surrounding FC Bayern: Spanish media link the German record champions with Real Madrid gem Endrick—as a possible successor to Harry Kane.

Since his transfer in the summer of 2023, Harry Kane has been considered the face of Bayern’s attack. In 100 competitive matches for the Munich side so far, the Englishman has shone with goals and assists, breaking records along the way. However, speculation about a possible early departure has never completely died down.

According to the portal Defensa Central, a scenario is conceivable in which Kane leaves Bayern in the summer of 2026. At that point, the striker would have one year left on his contract, and the club could secure one last significant transfer fee. There has been rumored interest from the Premier League for months. Clubs like Manchester United, Real Madrid, or FC Barcelona are said to have Kane on their radar—although there have been no concrete signs so far.

On the contrary: at present, much points to a contract extension. Kane himself has not given any indication that he wants to leave Munich after just three seasons. His contract runs until 2027, and an extension currently seems more likely than a departure.

Endrick as an Object of Speculation

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Nevertheless, a name is now coming to the fore that sparks the imagination: Endrick, the 19-year-old striking prodigy from Real Madrid. The Brazilian international only moved to the Spanish giants last summer for nearly 50 million euros from Palmeiras and is considered one of the greatest talents of his generation.

With seven goals and one assist in his first season, the youngster has already shown in Madrid why he is regarded as a wonderkid. His contract with Real runs long-term until 2030—a clear signal that the club is counting on him.

This is precisely why the rumors from Spain, suggesting that FC Bayern is also interested in Endrick, seem highly speculative. Real is unlikely to have any interest in letting go of the talent prematurely at this time.

Bayern Rumor: Reality or Wishful Thinking?

It’s no secret to Bayern’s management that they need to have a long-term plan B for the striker position. Kane is 32 years old, and even if he extends his contract, a medium-term succession plan is needed. Whether Endrick is actually a candidate for this remains doubtful. Real did not spend a fortune for nothing to secure the services of the attacking player.

At the moment, it seems more like a thought experiment than a realistic scenario. The fact is: the name Endrick shows the dimensions in which the German record champions are thinking when it comes to the future of their attack.

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