‘No big secret’: Insider hints at Kane leaving Bayern | OneFootball

England expert and transfer insider Raphael Honigstein has commented in an interview with talkSPORT on the future of Harry Kane – and his assessment is clear. According to the renowned journalist, the England international is unlikely to end his career at FC Bayern.

Kane’s contract in Munich runs until the summer of 2027. For Bayern, this means: either extend – or risk losing the striker on a free transfer in two years. The forward joined Munich from Tottenham Hotspur in 2023 for nearly 100 million euros and won his first major title there. Statistically, he shattered numerous records in a very short time.

But despite all his successes, it appears that Bayern are preparing a plan B. On deadline day, they signed a new center-forward from Chelsea, Nicolas Jackson – officially on loan with an option to buy, which could become an obligation under certain conditions.

Jackson as a potential Kane successor

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Honigstein sees this signing as more than just strengthening the squad’s depth: “It’s no big secret that in Germany, people don’t expect Kane to end his career in Munich. Bayern are preparing for the possibility that he might leave even earlier.”

He does emphasize, however, that Jackson will not displace Kane: “There is absolutely no chance that Jackson will push Kane out of the starting eleven. He will play alongside him, relieve him – but in the long term, he is planned as his successor.”

Kane himself recently criticized the squad composition. Even before the season started, the England captain openly stated that Bayern’s squad was too small: “It’s probably one of the smallest squads I’ve ever played in.” Vincent Kompany is increasingly relying on talents like Lennart Karl, but the lack of depth remains an issue.

Return to the Premier League?

In England, rumors persist that Kane could one day return – also to break Alan Shearer’s all-time Premier League goal record. With currently less than 50 goals behind the historic mark of 260 goals, a comeback would certainly be tempting.

Speculation is fueled by an alleged release clause in the top scorer’s contract, which is said to take effect in 2026. For Bayern, this means: a quick decision is unavoidable. Extend – or sell Kane in the summer of 2026 to secure a transfer fee. One thing is clear: the future of Kane remains one of the biggest issues at Säbener Straße.

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