Joe Cole has suggested that Tottenham legend Harry Kane would be a perfect fit for Arsenal, as speculation over the striker’s future resurfaces. Reports of a release clause in Kane’s Bayern Munich contract have reignited discussions about a potential return to England.
It has been revealed that Kane could have left Bayern for £64 million in January, with that figure dropping to £54 million next year. However, no release clause is active this summer, meaning any transfer would require negotiation. While Tottenham reportedly included a buy-back option in the £100 million deal that took Kane to Germany, it is their north London rivals who are now being linked with a shock move.
Former Chelsea and England midfielder Joe Cole believes Kane joining Arsenal is not beyond the realm of possibility. Speaking to Paddy Power, Cole acknowledged the logic behind such a move, despite the deep rivalry between the two clubs. “I can see the logic with Harry Kane joining Arsenal – stranger things have happened,” he said. “He’s gone to Germany and continued doing what he does best. The man just oozes goals.”
Cole added that Kane could be the missing piece in Mikel Arteta’s squad as they push for major honours. “For Arsenal, as a footballer, he would be the perfect last piece in the jigsaw – he suits them down to the ground,” he continued. However, he admitted the likelihood of Kane making the switch remains low due to the historical rivalry. “I can’t see it. There’s such a wrench between the two clubs. I think it would be too much for Harry.”
The comparisons to Sol Campbell’s controversial move from Spurs to Arsenal in 2001 have naturally been made, but Cole believes the situations are different. “Sol Campbell joining Arsenal from Spurs was a bit different to this,” he explained. “But from a football perspective, it makes a lot of sense, because he is perfect for their style of play.”
Kane, who has been prolific for Bayern since his move, remains under contract in Munich, where he continues to chase silverware. However, if he ever considers a return to England, his next destination will be a subject of intense debate.
