Key man for Bayern: how the record champions are planning with Harry Kane | OneFootball

Harry Kane is the outstanding focal point in FC Bayern's game. With goals, assists, and leadership qualities, the English superstar contributes significantly to the best season start in the club's history. The 32-year-old is thriving under Vincent Kompany - and could even look forward to an early contract extension.

"Kane is currently shooting everything to pieces," jokes BILD football chief Christian Falk on the Bayern Insider Podcast about the striker's current form. But Kane shines not only as a finisher.

Vincent Kompany does not use him exclusively as a classic box striker, but gives him a new versatility. "Kane obviously likes to drop back a bit. False nine, number 10, ball distributor," explains BILD reporter Tobi Altschäffl.

Thus, Kompany ensures that Kane not only shines with goals, but also directs the offensive game - a role that makes him even more valuable for Bayern.

Eberl wants to send a signal - extension not excluded

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Kane's contract with the record champions officially runs until 2027. However, sporting director Max Eberl is already thinking ahead. "Eberl has confirmed that he does not want to rule out a collaboration beyond 2027," reports Falk. An early extension is therefore an option - a clear sign of appreciation for the captain of the English national team.

Given the enormous importance of the striker, such a signal would also be a strategically important commitment. Kane is not only to remain the face of Bayern's offense in the short term, but also in the long term.

Vlahovic and Jackson as options in attack

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In parallel, Bayern are considering possible additions and future options in attack. Dusan Vlahovic from Juventus Turin is said to be on Munich's list.

At the same time, summer newcomer Nicolas Jackson is increasingly finding his way into the team. The interaction with Kane is promising. "The interaction with Niklas Jackson, nickname Niko, has been highly praised by Kane - it's already going quite well," says Altschäffl.

A possible future scenario: Kane acts as a false nine behind a real number 9 like Jackson or Vlahovic. Kompany is already testing this tactical variant - and could thus make his offensive game even more variable.

Whether as a cold-blooded striker or as a creative ball distributor: Kane has become indispensable in Munich. The considerations for an early contract extension underline his key role.

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