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Bayern's 3-0 victory over Bayer Leverkusen stretched their incredible start to the season to 15 wins in a row across all competitions, with boss Vincent Kompany boldly choosing to start Nicolas Jackson ahead of Harry Kane for the match.
Kane did make an appearance just before the hour mark, coming on for Jackson when the club was already cruising. Kane had only failed to score in 2 of the 14 games leading up to this, with 6 braces and 2 hat-tricks in that run.
This incredible form has slashed Bayern's odds to win the Bundesliga to 1/33, and Kane's odds of finishing as the league's top scorer are set at 1/14. This has left bettors searching for markets with more competitive odds, with the Champions League and Balon d'Or more tempting.
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Kane is currently the 4/1 third favourite to lift the Balon d'Or, behind the 5/2 favourite Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappe in second place at 3/1. His chances of lifting the trophy would increase significantly if he could help Bayern to European glory, with the side sitting as fourth favourite for the Champions League at 8/1. Only Arsenal, PSG, and Barcelona are ahead of them.
Since joining Bayern in 2023, Kane has scored a staggering107 goals in 111 games, notching 29 assists in the process. He was also able to break his trophyless run, helping the club to the 2024/25 Bundesliga title and 2025 Supercup.
With his contract set to expire in the Summer of 2027, rumours are already starting about a return to England. Tottenham would seem like the obvious choice, but talk about a move to Manchester United has persisted for years.
While he refuses to rule out a contract extension with Bayern, a change of sport is also a surprising option for the Englishman.
Kane has always been vocal about his love of the NFL, and he has also spoken about his desire to become an NFL kicker after retiring from football. He already has the backing of former Kansas City Chiefs kicker and Super Bowl winner Dustin Colquitt, who has offered to lend his support and expertise should Kane be looking for a trainer.
Other former footballers have tried to make a name for themselves in the NFL in the past, but Kane would be the highest-profile player to attempt the switch.
Despite having an estimated wealth of over £90 million and the potential for one big final contract before he retires, the competitive nature of Kane could drive him on to become a star in the NFL when he hangs up his boots.