Bayern Munich is leaving no stone unturned in their quest to reinforce their attacking options for the upcoming season. Although their primary target remains Tottenham Hotspur’s talismanic striker, Harry Kane, it seems that the Englishman’s current club is putting up a staunch resistance to any advances from the Bundesliga champions.
Reports suggest that Tottenham has already turned down two offers from Bayern for Kane, who has etched his name as the all-time leading goal scorer for the North London club. As things stand, Kane’s contract is due to expire in 2024, and he could leave on a free transfer, but Spurs are adamant that he won’t be sold this summer.
There were rumors of a meeting between Tottenham’s chairman, Daniel Levy, and Bayern’s CEO, Jan-Christian Dreesen, to explore a potential transfer, but no fresh proposal emerged from the discussions.
Meanwhile, the Bavarian giants are eyeing two alternative options in case their pursuit of Kane bears no fruit. One of these options is Julian Alvarez, the talented attacker from Manchester City. Alvarez made a significant impact in his debut season with the Citizens, registering an impressive 17 goals and 5 assists across 49 games in all competitions. While the 23-year-old Argentine managed to find the back of the net nine times in the Premier League, he often started from the bench and missed out on starting in Champions League fixtures.
Despite his success, it’s unlikely that Manchester City will allow Alvarez to leave on a permanent basis. However, Bayern is considering a one-year loan move for the young striker, who showcased his abilities during Argentina’s triumphant 2022 World Cup campaign.
In the event that securing either Kane or Alvarez proves challenging, Bayern Munich has set its sights on Juventus’ Dusan Vlahovic. The Serbian striker has been making waves in Serie A and could provide a valuable addition to Bayern’s attacking ranks for the upcoming season.
Last summer, Bayern didn’t directly replace Robert Lewandowski after his departure to Barcelona. However, Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting stepped up to deliver 17 goals in all competitions. The signing of Sadio Mane from Liverpool, however, didn’t yield the expected results, with the Senegalese forward managing only seven Bundesliga goals. As a result, Mane might be on his way out of the club in the near future.
The stage is set for an exciting transfer window, and Bayern Munich is determined to bolster their squad as they prepare to defend their Bundesliga title. Whether they can land their primary target, Harry Kane, or secure the services of Julian Alvarez or Dusan Vlahovic, remains to be seen. Until then, fans eagerly await further developments in the footballing world.