Spurs want to bring back Kane (TEAMtalk)
Bayern Munich is planning on keeping Harry Kane, but Tottenham Hotspur plans to join Real Madrid and FC Barcelona in pursuit of the English star. Down the road, Saudi Arabia and MLS could also be options:
Bayern Munich remain confident they will tie Harry Kane down to a new long-term contract despite growing interest from some of Europe’s biggest clubs, with Tottenham among the sides tracking his situation, TEAMtalk understands.
We understand Bayern have been in discussions with Kane’s representatives
for several months and, internally, there is little concern over the outcome.Sources close to the German champions insist it is viewed as a matter of “when, not if” Kane signs fresh terms. That confidence has not stopped clubs from monitoring developments, though.
TEAMtalk can reveal intermediaries have been actively sounding out potential options for Kane and making both the player and his representatives aware of the interest, although there is no suggestion those individuals are acting directly on Kane’s behalf.
The Saudi Pro League continues to admire the England skipper, but sources indicate Kane has no interest in making that move at this stage of his career. A switch to Major League Soccer is viewed far more favourably, although that is considered a long-term possibility rather than an immediate option.
Across Europe, interest remains significant. We understand Barcelona have made enquiries regarding Kane’s contractual situation, while Real Madrid have also requested to be kept informed should circumstances change over the coming months.
Bayern Munich has shown no indication that it plans to let Kane walk away after this season and multiple reports have checked in to talk about the likelihood that Kane will ink an extension with the Bavarians.
As for interest from Tottenham, Real Madrid, and FC Barcelona, those clubs are surely appealing to Kane, but his next decision (extension with FC Bayern or transfer) will likely just come down to his level of comfort with where he currently plays.
As of now, there is no reason to think that Kane is experiencing the slightest level of discomfort in Germany.
Flick confident that Álvarez is right fit (ESPN)
Now that FC Barcelona has reportedly wrapped up a deal for Borussia Dortmund attacker Karim Adeyemi, the Catalans could turn their focus to Atlético Madrid’s Julián Álvarez:
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has no doubt that Atletico Madrid’s Julián Álvarez is the striker that the club need to sign, according to Mundo Deportivo. Álvarez, 26, is a different striker to Robert Lewandowski, who joined Chicago Fire after the expiry of his contract, but the Argentina international is Flick’s desired replacement because he can score goals and surprise his opponents through his different types of movements. Barcelona chiefs Deco and Joan Laporta also remain committed to signing him, especially as he has put pressure on Atleti to let him join the Blaugrana for a fee of over €100 million.
BVB pursuing — and probably getting — Karetsas (Sky Germany’s Patrick Berger)
Borussia Dortmund is very high on Genk midfielder Konstantinos Karetsas:
🚨⚫️🟡 Borussia Dortmund is working under high pressure on signing a successor for Brandt – and Konstantinos Karetsas (18/🇬🇷) is the dream solution!
The Dortmund side is back in the race. Talks had stalled recently, but have now been resumed. The attacking player from KRC Genk can basically imagine a move to #BVB. Above all, sporting director Ole Book finds Kosta Karetsas highly intriguing.
The biggest hurdle remains the transfer fee: Genk is demanding €35m. With the impending Adeyemi sale, there could now be some movement. @Plettigoal @Sky_Marlon89 @SkySportDE
As it stands, BVB could be close to getting the deal done per Sky Germany’s Florian Plettenberg:
🚨💣 BREAKING | Konstantinos Karetsas and Borussia Dortmund have now reached an agreement in principle.
Negotiations between the clubs are ongoing. Genk have rejected every offer so far and continue to demand up to €35m. #BVB
Ole Book is not giving up. The 18 y/o attacking midfielder is currently BVB’s priority signing. w/ @berger_pj
Sørloth to Juve? (Gazzetta dello Sport via ESPN)
Alexander Sørloth could be headed to Juventus:
Juventus and Atletico Madrid will resume negotiations over the transfer of striker and Norway international Alexander Sørloth to Turin.
Bayern producing young talent to sell (Sport Bild’s Christian Falk)
Bayern Munich’s academy is doing its job — producing some players for the first team and others, who are good enough to sell for a decent fee:
✅ It is TRUE: Bayern plan on using Arijon Ibrahimović to back up the four main attackers. It’s an opportunity. It’s the same as what they’ve done with Noël Aséko (who has the same management). They’ve also tried to bring Aséko into the squad to see how he gets on before potentially giving him away. However, Frankfurt came in fast with an offer, which is why there are now negotiations. Bayern Munich would like to have a fee of €12m, but Frankfurt says they don’t have the money for this kind of deal. But Bayern know they have the money, as they paid €55m already for Brown!
They have to create money, and if such a talent, like Aséko, has an offer, they will discuss it. The same goes for Jonathan Asp Jensen, who was the subject of an offer from Deportivo La Coruña. Bayern Munich has the idea of €7m for him. Let’s say Bayern get €10m for Aséko, €7m for Jensen, and then you have Ibrahimović, who also has a market. Bayern think it’s good to keep this talent, as they need backup options for this position. However, if there’s a good offer on the table, Bayern Munich will discuss that! So, let’s keep an eye on things as the window progresses. At the moment, it seems like Arijon Ibrahimović will stay, but I think there could be some movement here as well.
PSG could make strong play for Torres (ESPN)
Paris Saint-Germain could seek to bring in FC Barcelona attacker Ferrán Torres if Bradley Barcola jumps ship:
Paris Saint-Germain are looking to bring in Barcelona forward Ferran Torres if winger Bradley Barcola departs, says L’Equipe. PSG have been linked with a €130 million move to land RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande, but Torres, 26, would be a considerable cheaper option and is open to leaving Camp Nou after the arrival of Anthony Gordon. Barcola, meanwhile, could join Arsenal or Liverpool as he looks to get more game time.
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