Dion Dublin tells Man Utd to sign Harry Kane for up to £80m

Former striker Dion Dublin has urged Manchester United to sign Bayern Munich forward Harry Kane, claiming the 33-year-old can still perform at the top level for a few more years. Dublin believes United should pay up to £80m to secure the England captain's services.

  • Player: Harry Kane
  • Current club: Bayern Munich
  • Potential buyer: Manchester United
  • Suggested fee: £70m-£80m
  • Key quote: "Even at 33, 34, 35, I’d still nick Harry for a year or two"

What was said

"Even at 33, 34, 35, I’d still nick Harry for a year or two because he just finds his way into good positions. He’s a very clever footballer. I would take Harry Kane right now at Man Utd. There’s a bit of a statement in this, Harry Kane could start in any Premier League side."

— Dion Dublin, pundit and former striker

"United have toyed with it, they’ve spoken about it too much. If you want him, go get him. Even if he signs a new deal there, give them the 70 or 80 million, whatever they want, because you’ve got to get goals."

— Dion Dublin, urging Manchester United to act

Dublin’s comments highlight Kane’s enduring quality despite his age. The pundit argues that Kane’s intelligence and positioning make him a valuable asset for any Premier League side, including Manchester United.

He also criticised United’s hesitation, suggesting they have discussed a move for Kane but failed to follow through. Dublin insists that if United are serious about solving their goal-scoring issues, they must be prepared to meet Bayern’s valuation.

The numbers

  • 61 goals and 7 assists in 51 appearances across all competitions for Bayern Munich last season.
  • 6 goals and 2 assists in 7 appearances in all tournaments this campaign.
  • Age: Kane will turn 34 next year.
  • Potential fee: Up to £80m.

Deal details

  • From: Bayern Munich
  • To: Manchester United
  • Fee: £70m-£80m (as suggested by Dion Dublin)
  • Stage: Rumour (pundit suggestion, no official approach reported)

Bayern Munich have not commented on Kane’s future, and it is unclear whether they would entertain offers. Kane’s contract situation at Bayern is not detailed in the source, but Dublin mentions the possibility of him signing a new deal there.

Why Manchester United need a striker like Kane

Manchester United currently rely on Benjamin Sesko and Joshua Zirkzee as their specialist strikers. However, Sesko has struggled with fitness problems, while Zirkzee has found it difficult to adapt to the Premier League’s physicality since joining from Bologna.

While Matheus Cunha, Marcus Rashford and Bryan Mbeumo can provide cover up front, they are more comfortable on the flank. Therefore, United could do with signing a new striker, and Kane, one of the best forwards in the world, would be a shrewd acquisition.

Kane’s goal-scoring record speaks for itself: 61 goals in 51 games last season is extraordinary. His ability to find good positions and link play would transform United’s attack. At 33, he may not be a long-term solution, but he could deliver instant results.

Talking points

  • Should Manchester United spend up to £80m on a 33-year-old striker, or invest in younger talent like Sesko and Zirkzee?
  • Is Harry Kane’s goal-scoring enough to justify the fee, or would his age make it a short-term fix?
  • Can United afford to wait until January or next summer, or do they need a striker now?
  • Would Kane even consider a move to Old Trafford, given Bayern’s success and his record there?

What happens next

It is going to be interesting to see whether Manchester United eventually make a concrete approach to secure Kane’s services in January or next summer. The club’s next move in the transfer market will reveal whether they heed Dublin’s advice.

Frequently asked questions

Is Harry Kane leaving Bayern Munich for Manchester United?

There is no confirmed move yet. Dion Dublin has urged Manchester United to sign Kane, but no official approach has been reported.

How much would Harry Kane cost Manchester United?

Dion Dublin suggests Manchester United should pay up to £80m, saying they should give Bayern Munich "the 70 or 80 million, whatever they want".

What are Harry Kane’s stats for Bayern Munich this season?

Kane has scored six goals and registered two assists in seven appearances in all tournaments this campaign.

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