Bayern Munich News: Kane Contract Talks Begin, Eichhorn Chase Heats Up After Gritty Leverkusen Draw

Munich—Bayern Munich emerged from a bruising 1-1 draw with Bayer Leverkusen down two men but buoyed by fresh developments on two major off-pitch fronts: England captain Harry Kane is set to open extension negotiations, while the club has formally declared its pursuit of 16-year-old Hertha Berlin prodigy Kennet Eichhorn.

The weekend stalemate at the Allianz Arena saw the Bavarians salvage a point after Luis Díaz’s early error and subsequent red card left them chasing shadows for more than 45 minutes. Reduced to nine by full-time, Bayern still clawed level through a late strike that kept their title push intact and showcased the resilience coach Thomas Tuchel has repeatedly demanded.

Kane’s camp signals contract talks imminent Sport Bild’s Christian Falk reports that Kane’s father, Pat, and brother Charlie—both registered agents—were seated with the striker at the post-match banquet following the mid-week win over Atalanta. Their presence, coupled with Bayern’s desire to avoid a World Cup-induced price surge, has accelerated plans to extend the 30-year-old’s deal before the tournament kicks off. Kane currently earns around €25 million per season; fresh terms could push that figure higher through salary and a signing-on fee should an agreement be reached before 2027.

Eichhorn atop Bayern’s summer shopping list Bayern have gone a step further than mere admiration for Hertha Berlin’s Kennet Eichhorn, informing the player’s representatives of “concrete interest” in a summer move. The attacking midfielder, represented by the same agency as Jamal Musiala, carries an active release clause and has already attracted scouts from Arsenal, Manchester United, Manchester City and a cluster of Bundesliga sides. Club officials fear that allowing Eichhorn to join a Premier League side would effectively end future hopes of repatriating Germany’s most coveted teen.

Pep Guardiola’s City, simultaneously eyeing Dortmund’s Felix Nmeacha, could struggle to accommodate both prospects, giving Bayern optimism that a swift approach may secure Eichhorn’s signature. Officials stress they will respect should the player opt for another year of development in Berlin, yet losing him to England is deemed “unacceptable.”

Global eyes on other Bundesliga talents Bayern are also monitoring Cologne winger Said El Mala, who counts Inter Milan, both Manchester clubs, Chelsea, Brighton, Barcelona and Borussia Dortmund among his suitors. Further league movement is expected with Dortmund’s Serhou Guirassy and Karim Adeyemi possibly departing, and incoming coach Niko Kovač poised to reshape the squad.

Elsewhere, Bayern have cooled on Stuttgart striker Nick Woltemade for the upcoming window, while Michael Olise continues to draw praise for big-match performances. The club’s defensive scouting department has shortlisted multiple prospects, though a rumored Real Madrid bid for an unnamed asset is thought insufficient to prompt a sale.

After weathering both Leverkusen and personnel shortages, Bayern now turn their attention to locking down Kane and winning the race for Germany’s next generational star.