Harry Kane again an option for Barcelona

The English forward is negotiating the renewal with the Germans, but Barcelona has an ace up its sleeve

Héctor Andreu | 22 Sep 2026 | 14.03
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Barcelona gets tangled in Kane's renewal with Bayern / LA Times
Barcelona gets tangled in Kane's renewal with Bayern / LA Times

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Harry Kane, a 33-year-old forward for Bayern Munich, is on FC Barcelona's signing list for the upcoming summer transfer window if he does not renew his contract, which expires in June 2027. The Blaugrana club already had initial contact with his representatives last summer, although those discussions did not progress to a formal negotiation.

The situation primarily depends on Bayern. Kane wants to stay in Germany, and the two parties are already negotiating an extension, but they still need to agree on the duration of the new contract. Until there is a signed agreement, Barcelona will remain attentive for an opportunity to acquire the forward without a transfer fee.

Harry Kane Negotiating Continuity with Bayern Munich

Harry Kane currently prefers to renew with Bayern Munich as his first choice. Talks began before the start of the season, and the striker confirmed at the end of August that the initial meeting with the club had been positive.

The main issue lies in the duration of the next contract. Reports from Germany suggest an extension until 2029 or 2030, while his current contract ends this season.

The context compels Barcelona to wait. If Kane extends his contract, any transfer would require subsequently negotiating with Bayern. If he arrives as a free agent in June 2027, the scenario would change entirely by eliminating the transfer cost.

The forward had previously acknowledged that LaLiga was a potential destination in his career. Real Madrid, Atlético Madrid, and Barcelona were in discussions of varying intensity, but none materialized into a concrete deal.

FC Barcelona Already in Contact with His Representatives

FC Barcelona made initial approaches during the summer, as revealed in recent reports. While no offer or advanced negotiations occurred, the club expressed interest to Kane's representatives to understand his contractual situation.

The sporting director views Kane as part of a list where Julián Álvarez remains significant. The Argentine is under contract with Atlético Madrid until 2030, necessitating a transfer fee for Barcelona, while the Englishman could arrive as a free agent if he does not renew.

The urgency is not immediate based on performance. Raphinha currently has 14 goals in 8 official matches, scoring 12 goals in seven LaLiga games, after taking on the center forward role in Hansi Flick's team.

101 Goals in 98 Bundesliga Matches

Harry Kane's records support his sporting candidacy. The forward has just reached 101 goals in only 98 Bundesliga games, surpassing the previous record of 129 matches held by Dieter Müller.

Kane also has 21 assists in those 98 league appearances and has scored 152 goals in 154 official matches since joining Bayern in 2023.

The next move hinges on discussions in Munich. If Harry Kane and Bayern Munich reach an agreement, Barcelona will need to explore other options. If negotiations stall over the next few months, the Catalan club will have the chance to pursue bringing the Englishman to LaLiga in the summer of 2027.

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