Transfer rumors, news: Bayern's Kane on Barcelona radar

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In transfer news, Barcelona is considering a summer move for Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane, as reported by The Sun. The 32-year-old Kane could be a replacement for the 37-year-old Robert Lewandowski, though Kane is currently happy in Germany. According to Bild, Kane has a contract clause allowing him to leave for €65 million in 2026 if he declares his intention by the end of January, and Tottenham Hotspur has first refusal on his signature, with manager Thomas Frank expressing interest in a reunion.

Real Madrid is evaluating a move for Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister, per TEAMtalk. The club is monitoring his usage in big matches to determine his availability next summer, with Mac Allister under contract until 2028. Madrid has also been linked with Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konaté, whose deal enters its final six months in January.

Manchester United, Chelsea, and Tottenham are tracking Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton, with United preparing a January bid amid competition. Palace is reluctant to sell mid-season, as Wharton is key to their long-term plans, and his transfer could exceed £100 million. Real Madrid has also shown interest in the England international.

Bayern Munich is interested in signing on-loan striker Nicolas Jackson permanently from Chelsea, with reports from Bild indicating discussions over a five-year contract and a planned €65 million activation of the option clause next summer, despite Jackson not scoring yet for Bayern.

Barcelona is close to agreeing on a new contract with midfielder Frenkie de Jong, offering a three-year deal with reduced salary, which he is willing to accept due to his importance under manager Hansi Flick.

Additional news includes Barcelona's Gavi being sidelined for up to five months with a knee injury, Marcus Rashford benched after arriving two minutes late, and Real Madrid manager Alonso downplaying Vinicius Junior's reaction.

ESPN analysis by Sam Tighe questions Harry Kane's fit at Barcelona, noting tactical mismatches with Hansi Flick's high-press system, as Kane tends to drop deep and has lower sprint distances compared to Lewandowski, though he could provide goals.

Gab Marcotti discussed the possibility of Vinicius Jr leaving Real Madrid and potential destinations, adding to the transfer speculation.