Thomas Frank just left the door open for Tottenham legend to return

The idea of Harry Kane returning to Tottenham Hotspur was one that surfaced almost immediately after the club's all-time record goalscorer left for pastures new in 2023.

Kane sought a new challenge after Antonio Conte's initially exciting project fell flat on its face, with Daniel Levy negotiating a deal with Bayern Munich for the Englishman's services. The German giants needed a Robert Lewandowski successor, and they couldn't have snatched a more apt replacement.

Kane, as expected, has dominated German football since his move. He's scored 98 times in 103 Bayern appearances, having claimed his first piece of major silverware in the form of the Bundesliga title last season.

But how long does he want his Bavarian adventure to last? There's a panging desire to break Alan Shearer's Premier League scoring record, and while he has multiple years left at the highest level, Kane could opt for a swifter-than-expected return to his homeland.

And a Spurs reunion is thought to be on the cards.

Thomas Frank keeps dream of Harry Kane reunion alive

There has long been a suggestion that the Lilywhites boast a buy-back clause for one of their all-time greats, and recent reports out of Germany have stated that the 32-year-old has a £56.7m release clause, which can be activated next summer.

While Spurs boss Thomas Frank said he "didn't know" such a clause existed, he spoke glowingly of Kane and would welcome him back to N17 with open arms if the opportunity arose.

“He is an unbelievable player who did fantastic for Spurs and is doing fantastic for Bayern. Top player. I think there’s a lot of Tottenham fans, including myself, who would like to see Kane back.

“I don’t know what he’s thinking. Myself, I’m a traveller, I like to travel, I like to explore things as well. He’s been here for many years, so why not enjoy the time at Bayern a little bit more? But he’s welcome. If he wants to join us, he’s more than welcome!” he added, with quotes taken from The Guardian.

Kane recently placed 13th in the 2025 Ballon d'Or, and looks poised to make a push for the Golden Ball next year, given how he's started the 2025/26 campaign. Vincent Kompany's Bayern have gone up a few gears since last season, and the striker has a genuine shot at inspiring Die Roten to Champions League glory next May.

And if that success plays out, wouldn't it be the perfect time to call it a day in Germany? His legacy would be absolutely secure at one of football's grandest institutions, and he'd leave himself enough time to break Shearer's record. He needs 48 goals to do it, so, what's that? Three ’good’ seasons?

Kane surely wouldn't risk tarnishing his lofty standing in north London by donning anything but Lilywhite if he were to make a comeback. While the 32-year-old has remained coy over a potential reunion, he has said he will "always keep an eye" on his former club.

We'd have you back in a heartbeat, old friend.