Blow for Manchester United as Harry Kane eyes PSG move
According to 90min (h/t The Express), Manchester United have been handed a setback in their pursuit of Tottenham Hotspur star Harry Kane.
The 27-year-old is looking for a new challenge after going a decade without winning any major trophies with Spurs. While the likes of both United, Chelsea and Manchester City are in need of a striker, Kane is keen to take his talents to the European mainland.
The English skipper appears to have his sight set on a reunion with former manager Mauricio Pochettino at Paris Saint-Germain. There exists the prospect that he will form a fearsome frontline alongside Kylian Mbappe and Neymar at the Parc des Princes.
United gained some respite in their hunt for a striker after Edinson Cavani extended his stay by a year. Despite this, they continue to keep tabs on Kane. Given that he is one of the best strikers in world football, that should come as no surprise.
Daniel Levy does not appear to be willing to sell Kane to Chelsea, and City could face the same issue. This could give PSG the boost they need in trying to land the player.
According to the report, the French giants are leading the race for the player and the feelings appear to be reciprocated. PSG are also one of the few sides in the world who could fork out the £150m needed to sign the English skipper.
PSG relinquished the Ligue 1 title to LOSC Lille this past season. They appear to be keen to strengthen in the summer and have already signed Georginio Wijnaldum. Apart from Kane, the French giants also have their attention focussed on United ace Paul Pogba.
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It remains to be seen if PSG will have their way given the importance of Kane to Tottenham. The North Londoners are currently in limbo and have no full-time manager. Losing their top player at this juncture could ensure a financial windfall but could massively hurt their chances going into the new season.
