Harry Kane, England’s star striker, is facing injury concerns ahead of the national team’s upcoming friendlies against Brazil and Belgium at London’s Wembley Stadium. The Tottenham Hotspur forward suffered an ankle injury during Bayern Munich’s Bundesliga match against Darmstadt, raising doubts about his availability for the upcoming fixtures.
Bayern Munich confirmed on Sunday that Kane would undergo treatment for his ankle injury, with the England national team doctors closely consulting with the Bundesliga champions’ medical department. Kane, who recently broke the Bundesliga record for the most goals scored in a debut season, limped off the pitch in the 82nd minute after sustaining a blow to his left ankle during the match against Darmstadt.
Thomas Tuchel, Bayern Munich’s coach, provided insight into the incident, stating that Kane stumbled and fell into the net, resulting in the ankle twist. Christoph Freund, the club’s sporting director, emphasized that Kane would prioritize his recovery and avoid taking any unnecessary risks with the injury.
Despite the setback, Kane is set to join England’s training base at St George’s Park ahead of the friendlies against Brazil and Belgium. However, his history of ankle injuries, including multiple setbacks during his tenure at Tottenham Hotspur, raises concerns about his fitness and availability for the upcoming matches.
Kane’s absence could pose a significant challenge for England, as the prolific striker holds the record for the most goals scored in a debut season in the Bundesliga. His 31 goals in 26 games surpassed the legendary Uwe Seeler’s tally, showcasing his remarkable scoring prowess.
The injury setback comes at a crucial juncture for Bayern Munich, who are vying for their 12th consecutive Bundesliga title but trail league leaders Bayer Leverkusen by seven points. Additionally, the German champions are preparing for their Champions League quarter-final clash against Arsenal, further highlighting the importance of Kane’s fitness to the team’s success.
While the extent of Kane’s injury remains uncertain, both Bayern Munich and the England national team will closely monitor his recovery process. The hope is that the injury is not severe, allowing Kane to return to action swiftly and resume his goal-scoring exploits for both club and country.
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