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    Harry Kane WILL make Bayern transfer, predicts ex-Arsenal star as Ange Postecoglou hits back at Uli Hoeness

    HARRY KANE will join Bayern Munich this summer, according to ex-Arsenal star Lukas Podolski.The Tottenham striker, 29, has been strongly linked with the German giants, who are confident they will sign him.
    Harry Kane will join Bayern Munich, according to Lukas PodolskiCredit: The Mega Agency
    Kane is into the final year of his contract with Spurs, causing speculation about his future in North London.
    According to Podolski, the England star will join his former club Bayern before the transfer window closes.
    Asked whether Bayern will complete the deal, he told Sky in Germany: “I think so.
    “When Uli Hoeness makes a statement like that, there’s something behind it. He is a man of clear words.”
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    Podolski also added: “For Bayern, Harry Kane is the only striker who can really help them.
    “He’s at the right age, the classic No9 and he scores the goals – a player who fits perfectly to Bayern.”
    Honorary Bayern president Uli Hoeness is equally confident his club will sign the Premier League icon, amid interest from Paris Saint-Germain.
    He previously told Sport1: “Harry Kane has clearly signalled in all conversations that his decision stands – and if he keeps to his word, then we’ll get him, because then Tottenham will have to buckle.”
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    Ange Postecoglou has hit back at Uli HoenessCredit: Optus Sport
    Talks are understood to have taken place between the player and both clubs, although Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou is less convinced.
    Responding to Hoeness’ comments, Postecoglou said in a press conference: “If other clubs want to talk about our contracted players, that’s more of an issue for them than us.”
    Manchester United are also reportedly interested in Kane and could move to sign him for free next summer.
    Spurs themselves are already preparing for a potential exit, having identified Dusan Vlahovic as a possible replacement.
    The Serbian is up for sale at Juventus, who have valued him at £77million. More

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    Former Man Utd star Daley Blind set for transfer to LaLiga after leaving Bayern Munich

    FORMER Man Utd star Daley Blind is set for a fresh start at FC Girona after a frustrating spell at Bayern Munich.The 33-year-old made just four league appearances after joining the Bundesliga giants in January and hasn’t featured since playing six minutes against Augsburg in March.
    Daley Blind looks set for a move to GironaCredit: Willie Vass
    The Dutchman is now set to play in La Liga for the first time in his career with a free transfer agreed, pending a medical.
    Blind, who has 101 international caps, would become the first Dutch star to play for the Catalan club.
    Since leaving Manchester United in 2018 it hasn’t been all plain sailing for Blind, including a scary injury in a Champions League match for Ajax when he complained about suffering from dizziness in 2019.
    A medical examination revealed he had a heart muscle inflammation, but Blind has continued to play after having an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) fitted to regulate his heartbeat.
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    He later collapsed in a friendly against Hertha Berlin with his team-mates quickly instantly racing over to him and medics arriving seconds later.
    Erik ten Hag, the Man Utd manager who was Blind’s Ajax boss at the time, revealed “his ICD went off and he was subbed off straight away”.
    Blind returned to football but later admitted pal Christian Eriksen’s collapse on the pitch at Euro 2020 , during which he died before being resuscitated, led to him “overcoming a mental hurdle” to keep playing.
    Despite this Blind recovered and starred for the Netherlands at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
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    But his free transfer to Bayern from Ajax didn’t pan out with the star now hoping to resurrect his career in Spain. More

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    Harry Kane ‘meets Tuchel at his London home’ as Bayern Munich transfer target says ‘I want to win Champions League’

    BAYERN MUNICH manager Thomas Tuchel has met with Harry Kane in London to discuss a stunning transfer, reports in Germany say. The England captain has just 12 months left on his current Tottenham contract, fuelling speculation he could be sold this season.
    Harry Kane is linked with a move away from SpursCredit: Getty
    Thomas Tuchel is eyeing a move for Harry KaneCredit: Getty
    And Bayern were the first to bid when the summer window opened but their offer of £60.2million plus add-ons was rejected.
    The German champions are set to go in again with a second improved package.
    And according to BILD, Bayern boss Tuchel even visited Kane’s home in the capital to discuss a move.
    It is added the Tottenham legend told Tuchel it would appeal to him to win with Bayern the Champions League.
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    Kane lives in a £17million home with his wife Katie and three children Ivy, Vivienne Jane and Louis.
    The mansion includes an indoor gym and seven bedrooms with Spurs memorabilia everywhere.

    But his 14-year Tottenham love affair could come to an end as the star striker looks to win his first piece of silverware.
    Manchester United have strongly been linked with Kane but no official offer has come through.
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    Chelsea are now managed by Mauricio Pochettino, who enjoyed an incredible relationship with the forward during his time in North London.
    But Spurs chairman Daniel Levy’s strained and storied relationship with the Blues makes a deal incredibly unlikely.
    It gives Bayern a clear path to signing Kane as they look to find a replacement for Robert Lewandowski.
    Lewandowski left for Barcelona in 2022 after eight years in Munich, where he won EIGHT league titles and the Champions League.
    Bayern’s top scorer last season was winger Serge Gnabry, followed by Jamal Musiala.
    And despite still having Thomas Muller and ex-Liverpool wideman Sadio Mane, they are without a recognised No9.
    That has led the Bundesliga kings to make Kane their No1 target this summer.
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    Why Bayern Munich are convinced they will sign Harry Kane as they line up stunning £80m transfer bid for Tottenham star

    BAYERN MUNICH are convinced they will sign Harry Kane, according to reports.Kane has reportedly agreed personal terms with the German giants ahead of a potential blockbuster move.
    Bayern Munich are confident they can sign Harry KaneCredit: AFP
    Bayern would provide a chance for Kane to finally win silverwareCredit: Reuters
    Thomas Tuchel is keen to bring Kane to the BundesligaCredit: Getty
    Now Bayern are ready to test Tottenham’s resolve with an £80million bid after seeing a previous offer rejected.
    SunSport understands Daniel Levy will remain stubborn in negotiations but that has not deterred Bayern’s advances.
    And according to German journalist Christian Falk the Bundesliga champions are confident of striking a deal due to an alleged agreement Kane has with Levy.
    Bayern are even said to be prepared to wait until when next summer when Kane will be out of contract and available on a free transfer.
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    Falk, who writes for Bild, told BBC 5 Live: “Thomas Tuchel is working like a manager in England so can decide who is coming and who is not and there have been talks with Kane’s family.
    “Bayern Munich would not have made an offer if they weren’t sure that Harry Kane would go. First step was clearing the detail with Kane’s family and then making the offer.

    “The point is that Bayern are in another league. Kane has a gentleman’s agreement with Daniel Levy that he is allowed to go to another league if there is another offer that he is really interested in.
    “Now, yes, Harry Kane wants the move because you know the thing about Tottenham and titles. If you go to Bayern Munich, it’s a title guaranteed and this is the main interest for Kane at the moment.
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    “If he won’t move this summer, then they will wait. Tottenham have to decide if they want to get €80m, or even €90m, but next year there is no money for Harry Kane.”
    Privately, Levy has not given up hope of convincing Kane to pen a new deal in North London.
    And the club insist no bid has been lodged for their star man.
    Real Madrid had been keen but have reportedly cooled their interest.
    Manchester United have also been linked with Kane but didn’t hold out much hope that the signing was possible. More

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    Man Utd suffer fresh transfer blow as star SNUBS them for Champions League giants despite club planning improved bid

    MANCHESTER UNITED transfer target Kim Min-jae is on the verge of joining Bayern Munich, according to reports.The Red Devils had been pushing to sign the 26-year-old defender since the transfer window opened.
    Kim is on the verge of joining Man UtdCredit: Getty
    They came close to sealing a deal last month, but Bayern swooped in to hijack talks.
    And according to German football reporter Florian Plettenberg, the Bundesliga giants are on the verge of an agreement with Napoli.
    Bayern Munich are prepared to trigger Kim’s £43m release clause.
    The defender is expected to pen a five-year deal worth around £10m-a-year.
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    Man Utd had planned to improve their bid, but Kim made the decision to join Bayern earlier this month.
    The Red Devils are now assessing alternative defensive options.
    Axel Disasi, a highly rated French international, has emerged as a potential target.
    The 25-year-old has made 129 appearances for Monaco since joining from Reims in 2020, scoring 12 goals.
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    Jean-Clair Todibo, 23, is another alternative.
    The Frenchman has enjoyed a varied career despite his age, having joined Barcelona as a youngster in 2019.
    Following loans to Schalke and Benfica, he signed for Nice in 2021 and has since made 103 appearances for the club. More

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    Harry Redknapp announces Harry Kane’s club next season amid Man Utd and Bayern Munich transfer interest

    FORMER Tottenham manager Harry Redknapp has revealed who he thinks Harry Kane will be play for next season.Bayern Munich and Manchester United are reportedly in the race to sign him.
    Harry Kane is wanted by Bayern MunichCredit: Getty
    Harry Redknapp thinks Harry Kane will stay at TottenhamCredit: Getty
    The Bundesliga champions have had two bids supposedly rejected for the striker with the latest worth £80million.
    Tottenham do not want to sell Kane despite his contract expiring next year and they risk losing him for free.
    Redknapp, who managed Spurs from 2008 to 2012, is confident he does not want to move to Germany or leave at all.
    He told the BBC Radio Wales: “Kane is cert to stay at Tottenham. I think he is building a new house.
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    “Family would be the all-important thing for him, so there’s no chance he’s going to Bayern Munich.
    “He’s not going to want to go to Germany – he’s not taking his family over there, not a chance.
    “So if he stays here, unless you go to Manchester City, you’re not guaranteed to win anything.
    “You could go to Man Utd and not win anything. You can go to Chelsea or anywhere else you want to go. At the moment, City are winning everything.
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    “They’re on a different level – but City don’t need him.
    “There’s not a move for him really so I think he’ll stay at Tottenham, I really do.
    “I’m very confident about that.”
    Kane and wife Kate have three children and are expecting a fourth.
    Their first daughter Ivy is six, Vivienne is four and Louis is aged two.
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    Man City and Bayern Munich in transfer war over Kyle Walker as Guardiola launches bid to convince England star to stay

    PEP GUARDIOLA is reportedly “fighting” to keep defender Kyle Walker as Manchester City look to fend off interest from Bayern Munich.The England international, 33, is being heavily linked with a move to the Bundesliga champions this summer.
    Kyle Walker could sign a new deal with Manchester City or leave for Bayern MunichCredit: Reuters
    He is entering the final year of his contract at the Etihad, so Man City are aware they may have to sell him now in order to secure a fee.
    However, according to Bild, Guardiola “doesn’t want to let him go”.
    And the Premier League champions have offered Walker a new deal in a bid to persuade him to stay in Manchester.
    It remains to be seen whether it will match Bayern’s contract offer – which runs until 2025 with the option of an additional year.
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    Thomas Tuchel is keen to land Walker as a replacement for Benjamin Pavard – who is expected to leave the club this summer.
    The German head coach is understood to be a fan of the ex-Tottenham man’s “defensive qualities, speed and mentality”.
    It is now up to Walker to decide whether he would like to pen an extension with City or embark on a new challenge with Bayern.
    He arrived at the Etihad from Spurs for £50million back in 2017.
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    Walker has gone on to win a huge number of trophies including five Premier League titles, two FA Cups, four Carabao Cups and the Champions League.
    And he has racked up an impressive 254 appearances across six seasons with City.
    But he was in and out of the team during the second half of last season as Guardiola switched to a back three consisting of Ruben Dias, Manuel Akanji and Nathan Ake – with John Stones moving into midfield.
    Walker did start the FA Cup final victory over Manchester United, but had to settle for being an 82nd minute substitute in the Champions League final triumph over Inter Milan. More

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    Premier League icon jokes ‘I’ll drive Harry Kane’s f***ing car to Bayern myself’ after Tottenham star ‘agrees transfer’

    PREMIER LEAGUE icon Alan Shearer has joked that he will drive Harry Kane to Bayern Munich himself amid rumours he could leave Tottenham.The England captain is the subject of £60.2million offer from the Bundesliga champions.
    Harry Kane is wanted by Bayern MunichCredit: Rex
    All-time Premier League top scorers
    Kane has just one year remaining on his current deal but Spurs have rejected the transfer bid and do not want to sell.
    He supposedly wants to join Bayern and has agreed a deal in principle with the club.
    Kane has never won a trophy in his career but is chasing down Shearer in the all-time Premier League goalscoring charts.
    The ex-Newcastle and Blackburn legend netted 260 times.
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    As for Kane, he has scored 213 goals.
    Shearer is worried his record could be broken if the 29-year-old stays at Tottenham any longer.
    He joked to The Athletic: “If Harry wants to join Bayern, I’ll drive his f***ing car there myself; anything to protect my Premier League goalscoring record.
    “In truth, any hope there is probably forlorn.
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    “Harry is nearly 30, but he looks after himself, he’s steered clear of major injuries and he’s perfectly capable of coming back to England in a couple of years’ time and banging in enough goals to overtake me.
    “Still, though. Give me the keys and a sat nav and off I’ll go.”
    Shearer has the record along with a Prem title, which he won at Blackburn in 1994/95.
    Alan Shearer’s record is under threat from Harry KaneCredit: Getty More