“It feels very good to be here” – England striker Harry Kane joins Bayern Munich

Ayomikun Elemikan Sports 12/08/2023

FC Bayern Munich have officially confirmed the signature of England striker Harry Kane from Tottenham Hotspur.

The 30-year-old has agreed terms with the Bundesliga champions until 30 June 2027.

Harry Kane, who has signed a four-year contract, will wear the number 9 shirt for Bayern Munich (Image: @FCBayernEN)

An excited Kane spoke about joining his new club: “I’m very happy to be a part of FC Bayern now. Bayern is one of the biggest clubs in the world.

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“I’ve always said that I want to compete and prove myself at the highest level during my career. This club is defined by its winning mentality – it feels very good to be here.”

Bayern and Tottenham had reached an agreement for a deal worth over 100m euros (£86.4m) for the 30-year-old on Thursday.

The prolific striker had one year left on his contract and his stay at the North London club was looking increasingly unlikely.

Kane, who is England’s all-time leading scorer with 58 international goals, has never won a major trophy with club or country (Image: @FCBayernEN)

“Kane will be a real asset to the entire Bundesliga”

Bayern president Herbert Hainer said about the new signing: “Welcome to Munich, Harry Kane! We’re very happy about this top-quality new arrival.

“The transfer required tenacity, bite and perseverance – my compliments to all those involved in these negotiations at FC Bayern, led by our CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen. Harry Kane will not only strengthen FC Bayern, but also be a real asset to the entire Bundesliga.”

Also speaking about Kane’s capture, Bayern Munich CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen: “It’s been a long process. But now we’re all the happier that Harry Kane will be wearing the Bayern Munich shirt with immediate effect. Harry Kane was our absolute dream player right from the start.

Bayern Munich new signing Harry Kane is Tottenham’s all-time top scorer with 280 goals in 435 appearances (Image: TEAMtalk)

“He is a perfect fit for us and the club’s DNA in terms of both football and character. World-class centre forwards have always been an important factor when FC Bayern has celebrated its greatest triumphs. And we’re convinced that Harry Kane will continue this success story. Our fans can look forward to one of the best goalscorers of our time.”

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Bayern Munich won their 33rd Bundesliga title last season and 11th in a row. The Bavarians have won the Champions League on six occasions and the German Cup 20 times.