Tottenham Hotspur’s legendary forward, Harry Kane, has been a subject of intense transfer speculation this summer, with Manchester United emerging as his preferred destination, despite strong interest from Bayern Munich.
Kane, Spurs’ all-time leading goalscorer, delivered a sensational performance during the 2022-23 Premier League season, netting an impressive 30 goals in 38 matches. Only Manchester City’s Erling Haaland surpassed his goal tally in what was a remarkable display of scoring prowess.
The Englishman’s excellence was not confined to the domestic stage alone; on the international front, Kane’s memorable penalty against Italy during the European Championship qualifying in March saw him surpass Wayne Rooney’s long-standing record for the most goals scored for England.
With an incredible record of 280 goals in 435 appearances for Tottenham since his debut in June 2011, Kane now enters his 12th full season as a key player in the North London club’s first team.
Football Insider reports that Kane has expressed a clear preference for a move to Manchester United over Bayern Munich in this transfer window.
Despite Bayern’s success in securing yet another domestic crown under Thomas Tuchel’s management, the allure of Old Trafford appears to be stronger for the English striker.
Tuchel himself is a huge admirer of Kane’s talents and views him as the perfect candidate to fill the boots of Robert Lewandowski, who departed for Barcelona in the summer of 2022.
However, Spurs’ ownership faces a significant decision with Kane’s contract set to expire in less than a year. They have reportedly informed chairman Daniel Levy that the star striker must be sold in this window if he does not agree to a new contract, thereby raising the stakes of the transfer saga.
Presently earning around £200,000 per week at Tottenham, Kane has been offered a lucrative deal worth nearly £400,000 per week, coupled with a post-playing position at the club once he retires. It remains to be seen if this will influence his final decision.
Manchester United, identifying Kane as their priority signing at the beginning of the summer window, have faced a tough negotiation with Tottenham due to Levy’s unwavering stance.
As a result, Erik ten Hag’s men have been exploring alternative options, with Eintracht Frankfurt’s Randal Kolo Muani being among the potential choices.
With the friendly matches against Leicester City and Roma cancelled, new Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou has not had the opportunity to utilize Kane as intended.
However, Tottenham is set to take on Lion City Sailors on Wednesday, providing a platform for Kane to demonstrate his talents again.