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Bayern Munich

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Bayern Munich head into pre-season with two of their most consequential contract situations demanding attention. Harry Kane looks increasingly likely to extend his stay at the club, with journalist Ben Jacobs reporting the striker is now targeting a renewal beyond his current deal, which runs until 2027. Productive talks have already taken place, and further negotiations are planned now that Kane has returned from the World Cup. Despite reported interest from Al-Hilal and speculation about a Premier League return fuelled by former Tottenham coach Tim Sherwood, the picture at the Säbener Straße points firmly toward a new contract. Kane has scored 146 goals in 147 appearances for the club and has no apparent desire to leave.

The more complicated situation surrounds Michael Olise. Bayern's position is clear: the club has repeatedly declared him unsellable and wants to raise his salary from an estimated 14 million euros to around 25 million euros per year to secure a new deal. Real Madrid have privately acknowledged a transfer this summer is nearly impossible. Yet reports from L'Equipe suggested Olise communicated a desire to move to Madrid to France teammates during the World Cup, where he set a new record with seven assists. Sky subsequently reported his agent told Bayern directly: 'Don't worry, we're staying.' Talks between player and club are expected soon.

Off the pitch, Bayern are managing a cluttered outgoings list. Joao Palhinha, Sacha Boey, and Bryan Zaragoza all returned to pre-season training on Monday but remain available for transfer. The club's pre-season programme begins with a friendly against Wehen Wiesbaden on July 25.

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