Harry Kane’s future is once again a hot topic in North London. With a reported release clause now in play and Tottenham said to have a “first option” on their former talisman, new Spurs head coach Thomas Frank has made it clear: the door is open for Kane to come home.
Frank Welcomes Potential Kane Comeback
As Tottenham prepare for their League Cup clash with Doncaster Rovers, manager Thomas Frank stirred excitement among fans by publicly expressing his desire to see Harry Kane return to the club. The England striker, who netted an astonishing 280 goals in 435 appearances for Spurs, left in 2023 to join German giants Bayern Munich in search of silverware.
“There’s a lot of Tottenham fans—including myself—who would love to see Kane back,” Frank admitted. “He’s a top player, and he’s doing fantastic things at Bayern.”
Kane’s Bayern Journey and Trophy Success
Kane’s move to Munich finally ended his long wait for a major trophy, as he helped Bayern clinch the Bundesliga title last season. After a trophyless debut campaign, the 30-year-old forward found his stride, finishing as the league’s top scorer and establishing himself as a key figure in the Bavarian squad.
Despite his current success in Germany, speculation about a Premier League return refuses to fade.
Release Clause Could Pave Way for Transfer
According to German outlet Bild, Kane has a £56.7 million release clause in his Bayern contract, reportedly active from next summer. This contradicts earlier reports suggesting the clause would only become effective in January 2026.
The clause has opened the door for potential suitors, with both Manchester United and Tottenham said to be monitoring the situation closely. Sky Sports has also claimed that Spurs retain a “first option” on Kane should he decide to return to England.
Frank Understands Kane’s Desire to Explore
While Frank is hopeful of a Kane reunion, he remains realistic about the striker’s current ambitions.
“I don’t think he’ll leave right now. He’s enjoying his football, he’s winning trophies, and he’s performing brilliantly,” Frank said. “He’s been at Spurs for so many years—why not enjoy a bit more of what Bayern has to offer?”
Still, the Danish coach emphasized that Kane would be more than welcome back at Tottenham: “If he wants to join us again, he’s more than welcome.”
Kane Leaves the Door Open Too
Even Kane himself has never fully closed the chapter on his Spurs story. In his farewell message posted on social media after leaving for Germany, Kane hinted at a possible return: “It’s not a goodbye because you never know how things pan out in the future… I’ll see you soon.”
Spurs Focused on Present, Not Just Possibilities
With all eyes on what could happen next summer, Frank remains grounded in the present. Asked about the significance of winning silverware with Tottenham, he replied:
“Of course I’d like to win, no doubt about that. But right now, it’s about Doncaster. If we don’t win that one, we can’t talk about anything else. One game at a time.”
