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English forward Harry Kane Officially Signed to Bayern Munich

FC Bayern have signed Harry Kane from Tottenham Hotspur. The 30-year-old England striker has agreed terms with the German record champions until 30 June 2027 and will wear the number 9 shirt for the Munich club.

FC Bayern president Herbert Hainer: “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.”

FC Bayern 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. 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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Harry Kane: “I’m very happy to be a part of FC Bayern now. Bayern is one of the biggest clubs in the world, and 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.”

Kane’s career started at London club Ridgeway Rovers. Via the Arsenal and Watford youth sections, he joined the Tottenham Hotspur academy in 2004. He represented the club at all junior levels up to U18 and signed his first professional contract in July 2010. Starting in 2011, he played 435 competitive games for Spurs and scored 280 goals, making him the club’s record goalscorer. Kane was Premier League top scorer in 2016, 2017 and 2021 and has the second-highest total in league history after Alan Shearer. He is captain of England and has 58 goals in 84 full internationals so far, making him his country’s record goalscorer. He finished as top scorer at the 2018 FIFA World Cup, winning the Golden Boot with six goals.

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