Harry Kane has rejected Barcelona's interest and will commit his future to Bayern Munich by signing a new contract with the Bundesliga champions.

What happened?

Barcelona had enquired about Kane's availability, but his representatives informed them that he is settled in Munich and has no intention of leaving.

Why it matters for Harry Kane

Kane's current deal runs until the summer of 2027, but discussions over an extension have been progressing for months. Bayern are confident that the 32-year-old will put pen to paper on fresh terms.

What comes next?

Kane had the opportunity to trigger a release clause in his contract this summer, but that would have required him to notify Bayern back in January. His camp made it clear that any conversations about his future would wait until after the 2026 World Cup.

Kane has scored a remarkable 146 goals for Bayern in just three seasons since completing his £86.4 million move from Spurs in 2023.

He has climbed to seventh on the club's all-time scoring charts while helping them secure two Bundesliga titles.

His sensational 2025/26 campaign produced 61 goals and seven assists in 51 appearances across all competitions.

Kane is now fully focused on England's World Cup campaign under Thomas Tuchel. The Three Lions skipper has already taken his tournament tally to 11 goals after strikes against Croatia and Panama.

He will captain his country when England face DR Congo in the round of 32. Kane's form in Germany has been extraordinary, and few could argue with his decision to remain at the Allianz Arena.

Bayern's confidence in Kane's commitment to the club is well-founded, given his successful spell in Bavaria. The England captain's future appears to be secure, and he can now focus on the World Cup.

Kane's representatives had informed Barcelona that he has no intention of leaving Bayern, and the La Liga giants will have to look elsewhere for a prolific striker.

The former Tottenham Hotspur star's decision to reject Barcelona's interest is a significant boost for Bayern, who can now look forward to retaining one of their key players.

Kane's goal-scoring record for Bayern has been impressive, and he will be looking to continue his form in the upcoming season. The England captain's commitment to Bayern is a testament to the club's success in attracting and retaining top talent.