One of the world's top strikers, Harry Kane (32, Bayern Munich), is considering a return to the Premier League. Liverpool is emerging as a strong candidate for his next destination.
Kane left Tottenham, where he had spent over 10 years, to join German powerhouse Bayern Munich last summer. At the time of the transfer, he cited a desire for trophies, and he has continued to shine with an impressive record of 32 goals and 11 assists in 37 matches so far. He is currently leading the scoring in the Bundesliga and has guided his team to the quarterfinals of the Champions League.
European media have recently begun to pay renewed attention to the possibility of Kane's transfer. Numerous outlets, including the British 'Sport Bible' and 'El Nacional,' reported that "Kane wants to return to England, and Liverpool is a suitable club for his career." There have even been claims that Kane has expressed to close acquaintances his desire to "finish his career in the Premier League."
If Kane chooses Liverpool, the reason will undoubtedly be "winning". During his time at Tottenham, he reached the finals multiple times but ultimately did not lift a trophy. In contrast, Liverpool consistently maintains a top position in the league and competes for titles in various tournaments such as the Champions League and the FA Cup.
Currently, Liverpool is planning a new attacking line under manager Arne Slot, and there are evaluations that satisfaction with existing players like Darwin Núñez, DIO Jota, and Luis Díaz is declining.
What makes Kane's transfer to Liverpool seem more realistic is the "buyout clause." His contract reportedly has a buyout amount set at around £52 million (approximately 99 billion won). Considering his performance relative to the transfer fee, this presents a sufficiently attractive option for Liverpool.
Liverpool's primary target for a forward is Newcastle's Alexander Isak, but Newcastle is demanding a whopping 260 billion won in transfer fees, causing negotiations to stall. In this situation, the analysis suggests that Kane could be a more realistic alternative.
Furthermore, if Kane returns to the Premier League, breaking Alan Shearer's all-time scoring record will come within reach. Currently recording 213 goals, Kane is 47 goals away from Shearer (260 goals). If he maintains his scoring ability, just two to three seasons at Liverpool could rewrite Premier League history.
This is undoubtedly disappointing news for Tottenham fans. There was hope for a reunion with Son Heung-min, but Tottenham is currently evaluated as a "trophy-less team," far from the upper ranks of the league. In contrast, Liverpool remains competitive in various tournaments and is regarded as a genuine title contender.
While Kane has expressed satisfaction with his life in Munich so far, the possibility of making a "shock choice" to secure both trophies and records in the latter part of his career cannot be ruled out.
Kane's status in this summer's transfer market is emerging as a variable that could significantly impact the entire football landscape in Europe, not just the Premier League. If the transfer becomes a reality, it is expected to be referred to as a "transfer of the century," rather than just a team move.
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