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    Harry Kane sets ANOTHER record at Bayern Munich after bagging 24th league goal of the season – and it’s only February

    HARRY KANE has set another record after scoring his 24th league goal of the season.The Bayern Munich striker continued his stunning form by bagging once again in their 3-1 over Borussia Monchengladbach on Saturday.
    Harry Kane has broken Bayern Munich’s record for most league goals in a debut seasonCredit: Getty
    Harry Kane bagged his 24th league goal in Bayern Munich’s 3-1 win over Borussia Monchengladbach to equal Luca Toni’s club record as the highest scorer in a debut season 🔥 pic.twitter.com/g5IOeaXrBd— Sky Sports Football (@SkyFootball) February 3, 2024

    Kane’s strike set a new club record for most league goals in a debut season.
    He also equalled the Bundesliga record for most goals after 20 matches of a season.
    The England captain has matched Gerd Muller and Robert Lewandowski’s tallies from the 1969/70 and 2020/21 seasons, respectively.
    Kane, who has 27 goals across all competitions, could still set the Bundesliga record for most goals in a debut campaign.
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    He is now six goals short of Uwe Seeler’s record 30 goals for Hamburg in 1963/64.
    His latest goal helped Bayern come from behind to keep up the pace in the Bundesliga title race.
    The German champions had trailed before Aleksandar Pavlovic’s equaliser, with Kane heading the hosts in front in the 70th minute.
    Kane capitalised on Gladbach’s failure to deal with a cross to head the ball into an empty net.
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    Matthijs de Ligt added a third goal in the final five minutes to keep Bayern second in the table.
    Thomas Tuchel’s side are two points adrift of unbeaten league leaders Bayer Leverkusen.
    Kane scored his 24th league goal of the campaign in a 3-1 win over Borussia MonchengladbachCredit: Getty More

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    Harry Kane makes awkward gaffe on visit to Bayern Munich fan club with moderator forced to intervene

    ENGLAND striker Harry Kane made a hilarious error during his visit to a Bayern Munich fan club on Sunday.The 30-year-old, who completed a £104million transfer to Bayern last summer, visited the group in Kirchweidach, Upper Bavaria last week.
    Harry Kane left Bayern Munich fans in stitches after making a mistake at an eventCredit: Getty
    The striker spoke at a Bayern fan event on SundayCredit: X @EuroFoot
    He took part in a fan Q+A session where he was asked to name his favourite animal.
    Kane responded: “The lion is my favourite animal.”
    However, he was seemingly unaware that the lion is the animal on the badge of Bayern’s local rivals TSV 1860 Munich.
    A moderator then stepped in to explain the rivalry before Kane changed his mind and said: “Ah, okay. Just a dog.”
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    But the 400 Bayern Munich fans saw the funny side of the striker’s mishap.
    They even serenaded him with a new chant to the tune of ‘Jingle Bells’.
    The fans sung: “Harry Kane, Harry Kane, Harry all the way.
    “Oh what fun it is to see, Harry scores again!”
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    Kane has scored 27 goals and provided eight assists in 26 appearances for Bayern so far this season.
    The Bundesliga champions currently sit second in the league table, two points adrift of Bayer Leverkusen. More

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    Man Utd, Arsenal & Chelsea transfer target ‘available for £43m from summer as Bundesliga star’s release clause leaked’

    SEVERAL of the Premier League’s top clubs have been put on high alert after Benjamin Sesko’s alleged release clause was revealed.The 20-year-old arrived at RB Leipzig last summer from their Austrian sister club RB Salzburg.
    Sesko is one of Europe’s most highly rated young forwardsCredit: Getty
    His rapid progression from the Austrian league to the Bundesliga has naturally drawn comparisons with Erling Haaland, given they both made their names at Salzburg before big Bundesliga moves.
    Sesko started the season rapidly with a goal on both his Bundesliga and Champions League debuts for Leipzig.
    His debut goal in the Champions League made him the club’s youngest player to score in Europe, at just 20 years and 111 days old.
    The goals have become less consistent of late, which is natural for a youngster acclimatising to one of Europe’s top leagues.
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    Sky Sports Germany report that the forward will be available for a bargain £43million this summer due to the way his transfer to Leipzig was constructed.
    As part of Leipzig signing Sesko for £20.4m in the summer with £5m in add-ons, the cheap release clause was added this summer as a ‘compromise’ in the deal.
    Chelsea have previously been linked to a summer deal for Sesko, with the Blues seeing the Slovenian as a cheaper option to their long-term target, Victor Osimhen.
    As a stop-gap until then the club appear to be chasing Aston Villa’s Jhon Duran, who has rarely featured for Unai Emery’s side this season.
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    Sesko is finding his feet at LeipzigCredit: The Sun
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    Arsenal in the past have also seen Sesko as a viable alternative to Ivan Toney, and will wait until the summer to sign a forward anyway.
    United were heavily linked with Sesko in the summer when they opted to sign Rasmus Hojlund instead.
    However, it is well known that the Red Devils remain in the market for a no9 as competition for the Hojlund. More

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    Watch Harry Kane get serenaded with bizarre song by Bayern supporters as fans say ‘he should put in a transfer request’

    FOOTBALL fans mocked Bayern Munich supporters after footage emerged of them singing a song for striker Harry Kane.England captain Kane, 30, has been sensational for the German champions since arriving from Tottenham in the summer.
    Harry Kane has been sensational for Bayern Munich but the fans’ song about him was not well reviewedCredit: Getty
    The chant was widely slammed on social mediaCredit: X @EuroFoot
    He has scored 27 goals in 26 games in all competitions, while his 23 in the Bundesliga have put him on course to break Robert Lewandowski’s single-season record of 41.
    In a bid to show their appreciation for Kane, they sang a song for him in English at a recent fan event.
    To the tune of Christmas song “Jingle Bells”, they belted out: “Harry Kane, Harry Kane, Harry all the way.
    “Oh what fun it is to see, Harry scores again.”
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    Kane took in the song as he stood on stage, before the clip went viral on social media.
    And many were quick to pan it on Twitter, with one saying: “It’s a bad day to have ears.”
    Another added: “This is horrendously bad.”
    A third bluntly replied: “He should put a transfer request in after that.”
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    And a fourth responded: “From ‘he’s one of our own’ to this s**** 😂.”
    Kane scored the decisive goal in Bayern’s 3-2 win away at Augsburg on Saturday.
    Meanwhile, title rivals Bayer Leverkusen dropped points as they played out a goalless draw with Borussia Monchengladbach.
    It means Leverkusen now lead Bayern by just two points with 15 matches remaining.
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    Kyle Walker reveals he almost quit Man City for Bayern Munich to escape torture of his baby scandal

    KYLE last night told how he almost followed Harry Kane to Bayern Munich to escape the looming baby scandal.The defender verbally agreed a reported £15million move to the German champions in July.
    Kyle Walker told how he almost followed Harry Kane to Bayern Munich to escape his looming baby scandalCredit: Getty
    Walker verbally agreed a reported £15million move to the German champions in JulyCredit: Dan Charity
    Kyle pictured with his pregnant ex-wife Annie KilnerCredit: BackGrid
    He said: “I tried to escape.
    “Did I want to leave City?
    “No, of course I didn’t.
    “We’re the best team in the world at the minute.
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    “But it was a chance to get away from England and the media I was going to get.
    “I was aware the clock was ticking.
    “I came very close to moving.
    “We were having conversations.
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    “I was going to a great club, a massive club.
    “But in the end I couldn’t go.
    “If I’m in Germany and this happens, Annie leaves and I’m now in Germany on my own.
    “My kids wouldn’t be around the corner where I can see them.
    “There’s pain and emotion at the moment but I can go to the house, take the kids to school, and my little lad to football.” More

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    Thomas Tuchel hints at next job after Bayern Munich as furious fans say ‘get him out of the club’

    THOMAS TUCHEL has dropped a huge hint on where he wants to manage next – and it left Bayern Munich fans fuming.The 50-year-old German boss has found himself under-pressure this term.
    Thomas Tuchel has revealed his desire to manager in SpainCredit: Getty
    He guided the club to the Bundesliga title last season after taking charge in March but Bayern currently trail leaders Bayer Leverkusen by two points.
    Tuchel has been criticised by some of Bayern’s former legendary players over his transfer signings and only has just over a year remaining of his contract.
    Now he has sparked speculation about his future by revealing that he would love to manage in Spain.
    And those remarks come on the same weekend that Barcelona manager Xavi announced that he is stepping down this summer after Saturday’s 5-3 defeat to Villarreal left them 10 points adrift of LaLiga leaders Real Madrid.
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    Tuchel, who won the Champions League during his time in charge of Chelsea, said: “Moving abroad would appeal to me again.
    “Spain has an extraordinary league. From my perspective, and based on my experience working with Spaniards, they are characterised by a tremendous amount of self-confidence.
    “When you speak with Spanish players, I quickly get the sense that you are engaging with the person.”
    His remarks did not seem to go down well with Bayern supporters as they soon vented their fury over the comments on social media.
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    “Get him out the club man,” wrote one.
    Another declared: “He wants to coach Barcelona.”
    A third claimed: “He literally is campaigning for the Barca job.”
    Another wrote: “Well, there is an open spot in Barcelona, and we, as Bayern fans, will be more than delighted to see you leave our club.”
    While a fifth said: “No respect for the club paying his wages.”
    Meanwhile, Tuchel could emerge as a target for another club.
    The Express have also claimed that his name has been added to the list of possible replacements for Erik ten Hag should Manchester United sack the Dutchman. More

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    Who is Xabi Alonso’s wife Nagore Aranburu and do they have any children?

    XABI Alonso has had an incredibly successful career as a football player, and is one of the most sought-after managers in the world after a blistering start at Beyer Leverkusen.And he’s no slouch outside the world of football too — here we take a look at his stunning wife and their family.
    Nagore Aramburu and Xabi Alonso met while the footballer was still a teenagerCredit: Getty
    Who is Xabi Alonso’s wife Nagore Aranburu?
    Alonso is married to Nagore Aranburu.
    They met when Alonso was still a teenager and playing for boyhood club Real Sociedad.
    Despite their busy lifestyles, Alonso and Nagore have always been sure to make time to spend with one another.
    While at Bayern Munich Alonso and Nagore were a regular sight during Oktoberfest celebrations.
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    Following Alonso’s retirement from football in 2017 the pair were spotted enjoying a walk on the beach during a family holiday to California.
    Alonso has also previously opened up about how the couple loves a trip to the museum and going for a drive in the mountains with the family.
    Was Xabi Alonso’s wife a receptionist?
    Nagore has worked as a model, actor, fashion designer — and also a receptionist.
    One hilarious tale came while she worked as a hotel receptionist in Liverpool, where Peter Crouch first laid eyes on her.
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    Ex-Reds ace and Alonso team-mate Crouch recalled meeting Nagore and confessed his love at first-sight reaction, before Liverpool team-mates including Jamie Carragher broke the news to him that she was with Xabi.
    Peter explained: “On signing for Liverpool I stayed at the Hope Street Hotel.
    On reception was a girl so good-looking I couldn’t quite believe she was smiling at me all the time.
    “I told the lads in training, ‘honestly, she’s beautiful, I think I’ve got a shout here.’ 
    “Jamie Carragher called a few other senior players over, ‘tell them again, Crouchie.’
    “So I did, ‘amazing. Dark-haired. Spanish-looking. I’m in there.’ It turned out she was Xabi Alonso’s partner.
    “She was doing a bit of work to practise her language skills. He was nice about it. So was she. Carra less so.”
    When did Xabi Alonso and Nagore Aranburu get married?
    Alonso and Nagore tied the knot all the way back in 2009, meaning they have been married for 15 years.
    Their wedding was just a month prior to Alonso leaving Liverpool for for Real Madrid.
    Both Alonso and Aranburu are natives of the Basque region of Spain.
    Does Xabi Alonso have any children?
    Xabi and Nagore have had three children together.
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    Their names are Jontxe, born in 2008,  Ane, born in 2010 and Emma, born in 2013.
    The pair prefers to keep their offspring out of the public spotlight, so not much else is known about them. More

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    Kieran Trippier breaks silence on January transfer after Bayern refused to meet Newcastle price tag

    KIERAN TRIPPIER insists he is committed to making history at Newcastle after Bayern Munich’s failed attempt to sign him this month.The England defender says interest from the German giants was a “compliment” but has not proved a distraction as the Toon returned from their winter break with a comfortable FA Cup win over Fulham on Saturday night – with Trippier hoping he has turned a corner after a run of terrible form.
    Trippier says Bayern’s interest was a ‘compliment’Credit: Alamy
    Newcastle have conceded they need to sell top players to balance the books but rejected Bayern’s £12.5million bid for the ex-Tottenham right-back.
    Trippier said: “It is always a compliment when a team like Bayern comes in for you.
    “Nothing has changed since I arrived. I want to play for the club, create history and win a trophy and help the club grow.
    “It is one of those things. Things happen in the background.”As always I have had loads of conversations with the manager and they have been very positive.
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    “I hope everyone knows my commitment to this club. It has not changed since I first arrived.
    “It is a transfer window and I have always been committed. It has not put me off or anything like that.
    “My teammates, manager and owners know how committed I am here and I wanted the supporters to know that as well because for them with all the transfer talk I wanted them to know how committed I am to the club.”
    Trippier spent his winter break in New York with his wife, Charlotte, while Bayern were pushing to make the move happen.
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    A look at how Trippier has performed in the league this seasonCredit: The Sun
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    Asked if close mate Harry Kane had been in touch trying to tempt him to Bavaria, Trippier said: “No! Everyone knows I am close with H. But nothing has changed. I was away on my break. I just had a nice time with my wife.”
    Newcastle have been frank about the need to sell some of their star names in order to balance the books and avoid any potential penalties under Premier League financial rules.
    Eddie Howe has conceded that players could still leave before Thursday’s transfer deadline, with Miguel Almiron and Callum Wilson the most likely to move this month.
    Trippier said: “As players we only focus on the pitch.”Whatever happens in the background we give everything for the club and the manager.
    “I personally have not been thinking of that and my team mates have not either. These things happen. I am old enough to know how the transfer window works.”
    As well as having to deal with speculation over his future, Trippier has been battling his worst form since joining the club two years ago.
    Trippier clashed with away fans after defeat at Bournemouth in November before making big mistakes against Everton, Tottenham and Chelsea across a bruising December.
    He said: “I am happy to stand up and say that I’ve been going through some bad moments.
    “It is normal, we’re human. It’s not like we do it on purpose it just happens.
    “I’ve been through this situation in my career before.
    “Hopefully now is a turning point where I can do better, which I know I can. I recognise when I’m in the bad moments and I’m happy to admit that. Hopefully a new year and a new chapter.
    “I’m 33 but I have a lot of talks with the manager, team-mates about things we can do better personally.
    “I watch games back. Win, lose or draw I analyse my performance and know where I can do better.
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    “It might be nice looking at everything you do positive but you always need to go back and look at what you’re doing badly as well as that is how you move forward. That is what I do.”
    The right-back confirmed that he would be fit to face Aston Villa on Tuesday having been taken off at Craven Cottage as a precaution. More