Despite Kane’s commitment, Bayern eye future striker options | OneFootball

While Harry Kane is currently shining in top form, those responsible in Munich are already considering alternatives. Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea is particularly in focus. However, FCB also has other options up their sleeve.

BILD football chief Christian Falk reveals in the podcast “Bayern-Insider”: “The contract with Jackson, even if they don’t trigger the clause—which does exist for this loan—he has already signed with Bayern for a 5-year contract.” Bayern can decide until May 15 whether to exercise the purchase option.

The model is clever: If Jackson proves himself, he could be tied down long-term—without the club immediately taking on major financial risks.

According to rumors, FC Chelsea would indeed be willing to let the Senegalese go for less than the stipulated 65 million euros in the summer of 2026. A return to the Blues has been categorically ruled out by the 24-year-old’s management. Jackson is therefore hoping for a permanent stay on the Isar.

Dusan Vlahovic – free transfer in summer 2026?

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Another name that has been discussed intensively is Dusan Vlahovic. The Serbian striker from Juventus Turin could move on a free transfer in the summer. “He’s definitely a striker who is very, very Bayern-like,” says Falk. BILD reporter Tobi Altschäffl adds: “From a mentality perspective, I’d say he would fit Bayern very well.”

Vlahovic is considered dangerous in front of goal, robust, and at the perfect footballing age (25). A possible top salary would be manageable for Bayern, especially since Kane’s substantial wages would be freed up in the event of his departure.

In addition to Jackson and Vlahovic, other attackers have also been mentioned, such as Canadian international Jonathan David from Juventus Turin. Bayern is closely monitoring the situation, but is not committing itself early. “There are many possibilities,” Falk emphasizes.

Kane commits to Bayern – extension instead of return to England?

Kane himself commented for the first time on all the speculation about him on Friday. Following the 4-0 win against Werder Bremen, in which he scored twice again and set a historic record, Kane made it clear: The thought of the Premier League goal record, which had tempted him before his move to Munich, no longer plays a role for him. “That’s not really in my head. When I left England, I thought maybe I’d come back to achieve that. But since I’ve been here, I’ve enjoyed playing at this level so much.”

Instead, Kane is giving Bayern fans new hope: “That’s something we can talk about. I still have almost two years, so there’s no reason to panic. I think they’re happy with me and I’m happy with them.”

An extension of his contract with the removal of the much-discussed release clause would be a strong signal for Munich—and for Kane, the chance to permanently etch his name into the history of the German record champions.

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