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Harry Kane may have lifted the German Super Cup with Bayern Munich following their 2-1 victory over VfB Stuttgart, but the England captain has made it clear that the Bavarian giants cannot rest easy. The star striker has urged the club’s management to strengthen the squad before the transfer window shuts, warning that their current depth is not enough to compete on all fronts this season.
Harry Kane highlights Bayern’s thin squad
Speaking after the win, Kane did not shy away from expressing his concerns about Bayern’s squad size. Despite Bayern’s summer acquisitions of Luis Díaz, Jonathan Tah, and Tom Bischof, the club has seen over a dozen departures — either permanent transfers or loan moves — leaving the team significantly lighter.
"It's probably one of the smallest squads I've ever played in," Kane admitted via talkSPORT. "There's still time until the transfer window closes and decisions could be made by Max [Eberl], Christoph [Freund] and the coach. We have some young players who have done very well in pre-season. We're a bit thin, but that's not in the players' control."
The statement underscores Harry Kane’s belief that Bayern’s ambitions, particularly in the Champions League, require greater reinforcements.
Departures leave Bayern Munich lacking depth
While Bayern managed to hold onto their key starters, several notable names have left the club this summer. Among the departures are Mathys Tel, Kingsley Coman, and Leroy Sané, all of whom brought experience and attacking versatility. Their exits, coupled with a lack of marquee signings, have left the squad far less balanced than in previous campaigns.
Harry Kane, who has already established himself as a leader within the team, made it clear that competing for domestic dominance alone is not enough. For Bayern to maintain their European pedigree, more high-profile reinforcements are necessary before the window closes.
The bigger picture: Bayern’s ambitions
Bayern Munich lifted the Bundesliga title last season, but expectations remain sky-high for the 2025-26 campaign. The Super Cup victory against Stuttgart offered a positive start, yet Kane’s words highlight the underlying uncertainty around the club’s transfer strategy.
If Bayern are serious about reclaiming the Champions League crown, depth across all positions will be crucial. Harry Kane’s call for updates serves not only as a warning but also as a reminder that trophies are won with more than just a strong starting XI.
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