Overview
- Xavier Vilajoana told ESPN he has initiated contact with Harry Kane’s camp and would target the Bayern striker if elected in Barcelona’s March 15 presidential vote.
- Vilajoana framed a No. 9 as Barcelona’s top need alongside an experienced centre-back, pitching a mix of La Masia promotion and selective marquee signings.
- ESPN reports Kane’s deal runs to 2027 with a release clause that dropped to around €60m in January, as Bayern sporting director Max Eberl described “intensive talks” over his future.
- Skepticism is widespread, with Bayern legend Lothar Matthäus saying he expects Kane to stay and possibly extend, and some media characterizing the pledge as electioneering.
- Barcelona’s striker planning ties to Robert Lewandowski’s expiring contract and a €30m option on loanee Marcus Rashford, which Vilajoana said would be weighed against internal options.