Ballon d’Or win will help keep Kane at Bayern, says Germany’s Matthaus
Former World Cup winner Lothar Matthaus says relationship between Harry Kane and club Bayern Munich is 'perfect'.
Winning the Ballon d’Or will help persuade Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane to extend his deal with the German champions, former World Cup winner Lothar Matthaus said.
On Monday, Kane became the first Englishman to win the prestigious award – the top individual honour in the sport – since Michael Owen in 2001.
The England captain was prolific last season, scoring 61 goals in 51 games for Bayern across all competitions as the German side completed a domestic league and cup double. He was also a World Cup semifinalist with England, scoring six goals in the tournament.
“Maybe he was dreaming to win the Ballon d’Or … but you have to play in a big club like Bayern. He found his peace in Munich and the right club with the right teammates.”