Matchday 19 of the Bundesliga was a rare occasion where Bayern Munich struggled in the final third. They eventually succumbed to a 2-1 defeat against Augsburg. It was Die Roten’s first defeat of the Bundesliga campaign.
It was not surprising to see Bayern’s defeat came on a day when Harry Kane had an off day in the office. The English forward has been in sensational form this season. The 32-year-old forward has 21 goals in 19 Bundesliga appearances. He certainly has a strong chance of eclipsing Robert Lewandowski’s record goalscoring campaign in the Bundesliga.
Kane has found the back of the net 34 times for Bayern across all competitions this season. He is probably the best striker in Europe at this moment, alongside Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappe.
Even though Kane is 32 years old, there are no signs of decline in his record in front of the goal. He became the fastest player to score 100 goals for a single club in the 21st century earlier this season. With his contract expiring in 2027, Bayern are eager to offer him a new contract.
While talking to Sky Sports in Germany, Bayern’s director of sport, Max Eberl, confirmed that they have opened talks with Kane over a new deal.
"We are in talks with Harry."Max Eberl, Bayern's director of sport
Kane is content with life at Bayern Munich. The English forward has a release clause in his current deal, but he has no plans to exercise it. He has been linked with a return to the Premier League. However, Kane wants to enjoy more success at Bayern and will most likely sign a new contract in the coming months.
The English forward will potentially become the top earner in the squad, alongside Jamal Musiala, once he signs the new contract. Considering his impeccable injury record and consistency on the pitch, Kane will be offered four year contract.
Kane could become even more prolific in the Ruckrunde
Bayern have enjoyed incredible returns from Kane in the final third during the first half of the season. The English forward’s record in front of the goal was special considering the fact that he had to play slightly deeper in the absence of Jamal Musiala. He worked tirelessly off the ball and even initiated attacks with his incredible passing range from deeper positions.
With the return of Jamal Musiala, Kane can work as a pure number nine and score more goals. The Bavarian faithful will hope Kane can fire them to a treble and etch his name in the club’s history as Bayern are well placed in all competitions. Meanwhile, Bayern hierarchy will hope he signs a new contract sooner rather than later.