Harry Kane is set to begin talks with Bayern Munich over a new contract as the Bundesliga champions look to secure a long-term future for one of world football’s most prolific players despite growing interest from rival clubs.Bayern are set to open talks with the England captain in the coming weeks, with the club looking to extend the deal which is set to expire at the end of next season.According to BBC Sport, the 32-year-old is understood to be well aware of Bayern’s intention to offer a new voice, and talks are expected to progress after another successful campaign in Germany.
Bayern want to avoid losing Kane for nothing
Bayern’s desire to land Kane comes as European officials continue to assess the situation.Barcelona have been interested in the England international for a long time, while clubs in the Saudi Pro League have also been linked with an interest in the player.With Kane entering the final year of his current deal, Bayern are keen to avoid the possibility of losing their star on a free transfer next summer and are hoping a new deal will strengthen his commitment to the club.Kane arrived in Munich from Tottenham Hotspur in the summer of 2023 for £86 million and has established himself as one of the best performers in Bayern’s recent history.
The plans continue in Germany
A move to the Bundesliga coincides with the best move in Kane’s career.Since starting at the Allianz Arena, he has scored an incredible 146 goals in 134 games in all competitions as he helped Bayern win two Bundesliga titles and the DFB-Pokal.
Bayern’s Harry Kane celebrates after scoring during the DFB Pokal, German Cup final match between VfB Stuttgart and Bayern Munich in Berlin, Germany, Saturday, May 23, 2026. (AP Photo/Ebrahim Noroozi)
His latest season was amazing.Despite approaching his 33rd birthday, Kane produced the best goals of his career, scoring 61 goals in 51 games in all competitions to reach Ballon d’Or contention.His consistency has remained one of Bayern’s greatest strengths, with the England captain continuing to combine elite finishing with skillful play and leadership in attack.
World Cup Strong even in England heartbreak
Kane carried this form back into international play in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The striker finished as one of England’s top scorers with six goals as Thomas Tuchel’s side enjoyed their biggest World Cup campaign for many years before suffering in the semi-finals.
England’s Harry Kane (9) celebrates after scoring a goal during the World Cup Group L soccer match between England and Croatia in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Wednesday, June 17, 2026. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)
England came close to finishing in the final before Argentina came back late on, Lionel Scaloni’s side scoring twice late on to win 2-1 and book their place in the final against Spain.England recovered to beat France 6-4 in the third-leg final, while Argentina fell short in the final after Ferran Torres’ 106th-minute strike gave Spain a 1-0 extra-time victory and a second World Cup title.Although England missed out on the finals, Kane’s performance in the tournament further cemented his reputation as one of the world’s leading strikers.
Bayern is planning for the future
Bayern’s willingness to open talks now shows the importance they continue to place on Kane despite his advanced age.Rather than seeing the striker as a shortcut, the German champions seem keen to build their next unit around the experienced player, whose influence goes beyond his goalscoring record.For Kane, staying in Munich would allow him to continue competing for major domestic and European honors while retaining the unique style that defined his time in Germany.Talks are now expected to begin in the coming weeks, with the club and players preparing to discuss the next chapter of the contract which has already delivered goals, trophies and other individual honours, according to BBC Sport.