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Bayern Keep Jonah Kusi-Asare as Harry Kane’s Backup

Blocking loan approaches to retain him as Harry Kane’s backup, Bayern Munich is preparing a contract extension ahead of squad departures.

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Overview

  • Bayern has told the 18-year-old striker to reject all loan offers and remain with the first team this season.
  • Preseason goals against Tottenham Hotspur and Grasshoppers convinced the coaching staff of his readiness for senior-squad action.
  • The club has opened talks on a new deal to replace his 2026 contract expiry and secure his long-term future.
  • With Kingsley Coman set to leave and bids for targets like Nick Woltemade and Christopher Nkunku stalling, Bayern is relying on academy graduates for striker cover.
  • Sporting director Christoph Freund praised Kusi-Asare’s progress in training and said that learning alongside Harry Kane could accelerate his development despite limited minutes.