SAEDNEWS: Al Hilal has started official talks with Harry Kane’s representatives as the Saudi club looks to strengthen its attack, although Bayern Munich remains determined to keep the England captain.
According to SaedNews: Saudi club Al Hilal has begun formal negotiations with representatives of Harry Kane, the Bayern Munich striker and England national team captain, as it seeks to add one of football’s biggest forwards to its squad.
According to Saudi reports, discussions between the two sides have entered a serious stage, with Al Hilal reviewing Kane’s financial and sporting demands before any final decision is made.
Simon Francis, Al Hilal’s technical director, met with Charlie Kane, Harry Kane’s brother and agent, in London. The meeting focused on understanding the striker’s financial expectations and presenting Al Hilal’s sporting and economic project.
Al Hilal has become one of the most active clubs in the transfer market in recent years through the signing of major international stars, and Kane is now believed to be one of its main attacking targets.
However, the move remains in its early stages, and current negotiations do not mean an agreement has been reached.
Bayern Munich is considered one of the biggest obstacles to the deal. The German club wants to extend Kane’s contract and keep him until at least 2029, avoiding the possibility of losing him for free when his current deal approaches its final year.
Since joining Bayern, Kane has become one of the team’s most important players and remains a key part of the club’s sporting plans. This makes Al Hilal’s mission of convincing both the player and Bayern a difficult one.
The details of Al Hilal’s financial offer have not been officially revealed, but the Saudi club would need a significant proposal to attract a striker of Kane’s level.
Beyond money, Al Hilal can also present its sporting project as a major factor in persuading Kane. The English forward remains at the highest level of European football, making his situation different from many players who have moved to the Saudi league in recent years.
Al Hilal has not limited its plans to Kane. If talks fail, the club is monitoring other options, including Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen and England forward Ollie Watkins of Aston Villa.
Reports suggest negotiations with Watkins have made notable progress, with both sides moving closer to a financial agreement.
Al Hilal’s pursuit of Kane is part of the club’s wider project to maintain its position in Saudi and Asian football. The arrival of global stars has increased the team’s profile beyond domestic competitions.
From a technical perspective, Kane fits this project due to his goalscoring ability as well as his role in creating chances and supporting teammates.
The final decision will depend on several factors, including Bayern’s position, Kane’s financial expectations and the player’s own plans for the final years of his career.
At this stage, Al Hilal has started negotiations, but there is still a significant distance before any official transfer announcement.
