Transfer season never truly sleeps — especially when the name involved belongs to one of the world’s most reliable goalscorers. Over the past few weeks, noise coming out of Barcelona suggested the possibility of something unexpected: Harry Kane becoming the long-term successor to Robert Lewandowski.
The speculation grew, the excitement spread, and the debate took off among culés.
But while the Spanish press fantasized, Munich stayed perfectly calm — and the reason became absolutely clear during the recent international break.

Kane himself put an end to the entire storyline, shutting down the possibility without hesitation.

The Tuchel Connection That Changed Everything

For Harry Kane, his decision to join Bayern Munich cannot be separated from one person: Thomas Tuchel.
After England’s win over Albania, the striker spoke openly about the moment he chose to leave Tottenham Hotspur, and there was no ambiguity in his explanation.

“Thomas Tuchel was the main reason I joined Bayern. I love his energy and the way he sees the game,” Kane admitted.
That instant connection set the foundation for the project he leads today — even if the bench now belongs to Vincent Kompany. Tuchel’s influence on Kane, both tactically and personally, still runs deep.

He went even further, describing Tuchel as a manager with the “charisma of an England national team coach,” someone whose leadership convinced him from the very first meeting.

In Munich, those words were received almost as a public reassurance. One of the happiest with Kane’s stance is Luis Díaz, whose partnership with the Englishman has become one of the most explosive duos in both the Bundesliga and the Champions League. Together, they’ve helped solidify the idea that Bayern are building something powerful.

Barcelona Takes Note… And Accepts Reality

Any version suggesting Kane as Lewandowski’s heir at Barcelona is now effectively over.
Not only did Kane reaffirm his commitment to Bayern, he also praised the team’s current trajectory:

“I could score 100 goals this season, but if I don’t win the Champions League or the World Cup, I probably won’t win the Ballon d’Or. And the way we’re playing, we’re favorites for the Champions League.”

With 23 goals in 17 matches, a central role in Kompany’s project, and a devastating connection with Luis Díaz, Kane has made his stance unmistakably clear.

Barcelona may dream. Rumors may appear.
But Harry Kane has already spoken — and he spoke like someone who has no intention of leaving Munich.