Harry Kane has been told that he should “definitely” be open to the idea of joining Barcelona if the opportunity to link up with La Liga heavyweights presents itself in 2026. Clauses have been revealed in Kane’s contract at Bayern Munich, meaning that he could be on the move when another transfer window swings open next summer. Barca are being credited with interest as questions are asked of how much longer Robert Lewandowski will be spending in Catalonia.
Lewandowski out, Kane in: transfer options for Barcelona
If the Polish frontman were to move on, becoming a free agent when his contract expires, then another prolific goal-scorer would be required at Barcelona to lead the line in a No.9 role.
Kane would certainly fit the bill, with the Blaugrana having shown with Lewandowski that they are not afraid to show faith in ageing stars that boast stunning strike rates. Another raid on Bayern Munich could be launched, with England captain Kane having already lifted his trophy curse there – becoming a Bundesliga title winner – while passing 100 goals for the club.
AdvertisementGettyShould Kane consider a move to Barcelona?
Amid the Barcelona rumours, GOAL asked former Tottenham star Gus Poyet if Kane should consider another new challenge – one that allows him to compete for the most prestigious of domestic and continental trophies. Speaking in association with , the Uruguayan said: “If he wants something different for his family, I would definitely go to Barcelona – if Lewandowski leaves. It will be completely different to everything that he had before.
“Also the style of play at Barcelona right now, a player like him up front, he will score – wow, will he score! There has been a bit of criticism from Michael Owen, saying he can’t believe he left. I don’t know if he read it and maybe thought about the Premier League and coming back. It is very particular to him. Family is going to be very important to his decision next year.”
Premier League return: chasing Alan Shearer's record
There has inevitably been talk of former Tottenham star Kane retracing steps to his roots. He is already Spurs’ all-time leading scorer, while boasting a similar entry in the history books with England, and may fancy chasing down Alan Shearer’s Premier League goals record.
Opportunities to head back to the English top flight could be put to Kane, with it reported that interested parties can do a deal at £57 million ($76m). It is clear that the 32-year-old frontman could return to familiar surroundings, but should he?
When that question was put to Poyet, the ex-Spurs midfielder said: “After the decision that he made to go away and where he is, and after winning trophies, it is about what he feels. The idea of going to Bayern Munich was to win. He couldn’t win at Tottenham. Funnily enough, he leaves and a few years later they win the Europa League. But he has won now.
“Now it depends on his aim. Is his aim to beat the Premier League top scorer blah, blah, blah or is he willing to keep learning, to keep winning with Bayern, his kids having a different school, a different language to learn? It is very particular. What is clear is that he keeps scoring goals. Every time you look at Bayern Munich it’s ‘oh, Harry Kane’. With no doubt, he can definitely play for a few more years at his age.”
Getty/GOALBayern contract & settled family: Kane's future poser
Kane is under contract with Bayern through to the summer of 2027. They will be reluctant to part with a player who has maintained remarkable individual standards across his time in Germany. The evergreen striker has found the target on 103 occasions through 106 appearances in all competitions.
He has stated his happiness at the Allianz Arena, with wife Kate and their four children feeling settled in Munich. Few players get the chance to sign for Barcelona, though, and any approach from the Catalan giants may prove difficult to turn down if another opportunity to follow in Lewandowski’s footsteps arises for one of the most consistent goal-scorers in world football.
