Bayern Mounts Public Campaign for Harry Kane's 2026 Ballon d'Or

The club is using its senior leaders' praise to turn Kane's 61‑goal season into momentum with voters.

Overview

Bayern's sporting director and marketing chief publicly urged France Football to consider Kane for the Ballon d'Or in comments published Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2026.
Kane scored 61 goals in 2025/26 and was officially awarded the 2025/26 European Golden Shoe after a season that helped Bayern win a domestic treble.
Kane thanked the club for its support, said he feels valued in Munich, and stressed the Ballon d'Or decision is not in his hands as he focuses on the new season.
Bayern describes contract talks with Kane as constructive and optimistic, noting the player and his family feel settled in Munich while his current deal runs until June 30, 2027.
The club push raises Kane's public profile against rivals such as Kylian Mbappé and Erling Haaland and could influence voter perception for France Football given past controversies over award voting.