There is a possibility that Liverpool will invest 1.9 trillion won to pursue the recruitment of Harry Kane (Bayern Munich).
El Nacional reported on the 23rd (Korean time) that Kane wants to leave Germany and return to England during the upcoming summer transfer window, and Liverpool is a strong candidate to acquire him.
Kane transferred from Tottenham Hotspur to the Bundesliga giant Bayern Munich in the summer of 2023.
He has demonstrated consistent scoring ability in Germany, recording 76 goals in 82 matches so far. However, he is still known to desire to finish his career in the Premier League.
Liverpool plans to actively move in the summer transfer window with the goal of strengthening their attacking line, and Kane has emerged as a suitable option.
Sports Bible reported on the 23rd that "Kane wants to make a surprise return to the Premier League after leaving Bayern Munich."
Kane is regarded as the best striker in Tottenham's history. A product of the Tottenham youth system, he has made 435 appearances, scoring 280 goals and providing 64 assists, achieving remarkable results.
Although Kane has been selected for the England national team and is recognized as a top striker, he has not lifted any championship trophy. Therefore, unlike the top scorer title, his lack of a championship has led to him being undervalued.
Liverpool currently has discussions regarding the transfer possibilities of Darwin Núñez, Diogo Jota, and Luis Díaz, while Mohamed Salah also faces the possibility of leaving the team as a free agent after his contract expires, making a reshuffle in the attacking line inevitable.
Football Insider reported on the 24th that "Liverpool plans to completely reorganize the squad this summer. They want to add Alexander Isak to the frontline, but there is a high possibility that this will not happen as Newcastle is planning to offer a contract extension with double the salary. Kane has emerged as the top target for recruitment."
It continued, "Kane wants to finish his career in the Premier League, and Liverpool is a strong destination. Liverpool fans welcome Kane's recruitment, believing he will provide strong firepower to the frontline, referring to him as a scoring machine. There are also talks that he will sign a 2+1 year contract."
The rumor of Kane's transfer to Liverpool is surprising everyone. After Jürgen Klopp left, manager Arne Slot, who took over Liverpool's helm, has successfully led the team this season.
In particular, Liverpool has operated with the existing squad without special signings, receiving praise while leading the Premier League overwhelmingly. Although they were eliminated from cup competitions like the UEFA Champions League (UCL), Slot's first season is being regarded as successful.
A major overhaul is anticipated this summer. Players such as Mohamed Salah, Virgil van Dijk, and Trent Alexander-Arnold, whose contracts will expire, have not yet had re-signing news, and players like Darwin Núñez and Luis Díaz are expected to be cleared out.
There are many gaps in the attacking line. Kane has become a new target for Liverpool, which needs to recruit strikers.
El Nacional reported that "Kane wants to finish his career in the Premier League. Liverpool can provide him with an ideal environment. Given the ambitious project, solid managerial structure, and competition for championships, there is a high possibility that Kane will prefer Liverpool."
Additionally, while Kane's desire to return to the Premier League may lead to difficult negotiations with Bayern Munich, analysts noted that if Liverpool strongly pushes for his acquisition, his willingness could be a decisive factor.
Kane's contract is valid until 2027, but it is known that his contract with Bayern Munich includes a release clause that he can activate himself.
According to recent reports, his contract includes a buyout clause of approximately £64 million (121 billion won) in the summer of 2024, and this will reduce to £54 million (102 billion won) in the winter of 2025.
This is lower than the transfer fee Bayern Munich desires, but Kane's willingness is likely to play a significant role.
The reason Kane left for Munich was primarily for the purpose of winning. Kane transferred to Bayern Munich from Tottenham in August 2023, and despite scoring 280 goals in 435 appearances for Tottenham, he has not lifted a single championship trophy.
Kane, who left for Bayern Munich in pursuit of his first championship, now aims for the Bundesliga title and the UEFA Champions League title this season.
Team Talk reported on the 24th that "Liverpool will make shocking moves to acquire Kane in the summer transfer window. Rumors have spread that Kane wants to return to the Premier League within 6 to 12 months. The buyout amount for Kane is £67 million (126 billion won), which will become £54 million (102.4 billion won) next winter. Kane wants to go to Liverpool to finish his career in the Premier League, and Liverpool is a team that completely aligns with Kane's vision."
Meanwhile, Pichajes reported that "Liverpool may offer €120 million (1.9 trillion won) for Kane." It was also explained that after Kane wins the championship with Bayern Munich this season, he will return to the Premier League through the buyout clause.
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