Harry Kane targeted by social‑media trolling despite prolific Bayern form

Harry Kane has been the target of social‑media trolling in January despite being one of the most prolific strikers in world football and the England captain playing for Bayern Munich.

The trolling has included a sketch that cast Kane as a “sleep paralysis demon” and online jibes after Bayern’s 2-1 defeat by Augsburg, with the victors saying Kane “didn’t show up”. The column notes Kane has 21 league goals this season, one fewer than the entire Augsburg team.

Observers say Kane’s relative lack of controversy off the pitch and his settled life in Germany since his move in 2023 help explain why he attracts attention. Bayern sporting director Jan‑Christian Dreesen was quoted as saying: “Harry has great confidence in us and he feels comfortable in Munich. He and his family are settled in. Therefore, we’ve got absolutely no reason to rush.” The piece also notes Kane had a 14-year career in England without trophies at Spurs and is now a 32‑year‑old chasing another Golden Boot.

What happens next is uncertain but the article says Kane is in talks to extend a deal that currently runs to 2027. His contract reportedly includes a £57m release clause active this summer and Barcelona are apparently interested; Bayern are among the favourites in Europe and could top the Bigger Cup group with victory over PSV on Wednesday. The column adds Kane is expected to sign a new Bayern contract and “put those rumours… to bed.”

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