Manchester United’s ambitions of acquiring Harry Kane have been dealt a fatal blow, as he is reportedly open to agreeing a new contract with Tottenham Hotspur.
The 29-year-old’s current contract with Spurs expires in 18 months, and previous reports indicated that United was eager to take advantage of his situation.
Due to the fact that Kane will have just one year left on his contract when the summer transfer market opens, the Red Devils have prepared a sizable offer in the hopes of securing his services.
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Unfortunately for Erik ten Hag, however, the Athletic claim that the Tottenham striker is now ready to sit down with club chiefs and discuss fresh terms, as his priority is still succeeding with his beloved Spurs.
If an agreement can be reached, then Kane will extend his 19-year relationship with Tottenham and force United to move down their striker shortlist.
It’s no secret that manager Ten Hag is searching for a marquee addition to his attack in the summer, having brought in Dutch striker Wout Weghorst on a half-season loan earlier this month.
Anthony Martial is the only other recognised senior striker at Old Trafford, following the acrimonious departure of Cristiano Ronaldo in November.
Although it’s widely agreed that Ronaldo’s exit will help the Red Devils in the long term, there’s now a gulf becoming apparent at the top end of the pitch.
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Martial’s inconsistent performances and injury issues have prevented him from nailing down the No.9 position, and at 33, Weghorst isn’t the answer Ten Hag is looking for.
Kane, despite being 30 by the time next season rolls around, had been a tempting proposition for United given his unquestionable goalscoring ability and Premier League experience.
Now, though, England’s soon-to-be all-time record goalscorer looks set to stay at Spurs unless the club drop a clanger in negotiations.
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