The idea of Harry Kane in an Arsenal shirt seems as likely as Tottenham lifting the Premier League title—but in football, never say never. According to former Manchester United and Spurs scout Mick Brown, the Gunners could quietly work behind the scenes to convince the Bayern Munich superstar to make the ultimate switch: from Tottenham legend to Arsenal talisman.
With a £64 million ($79 million) release clause in his Bayern contract that activates in January 2026, Kane’s future remains an open-ended question. While many assume he would never betray Spurs, Brown argues that if Arsenal handle negotiations properly, they could lure him across North London.
How Arsenal Must Approach a Move for Kane
Brown told Football Insider that Arsenal can’t afford to publicly chase Kane unless they know he’s open to the move.
“Arsenal would have to be convinced Kane would make the move. If they go in strong for that deal, put all their eggs in that basket, and then Harry Kane knocks them back because of his Tottenham allegiances, the fans wouldn’t be happy.”
“They have to do the work quietly and behind the scenes before they make their move. You have to know what the end result is before you get there – so that would mean speaking to Kane and his representatives and seeing what they think.”
Essentially, Arsenal would need a guarantee from Kane himself before even approaching Bayern Munich with an offer.
Could Kane Really Ditch Spurs for Arsenal?
Right now, the idea of Kane joining Arsenal is borderline unthinkable. Spurs fans still idolize him, and Kane has spoken extensively about his love for Tottenham despite moving to Bayern. However, Brown warns that in modern football, loyalty isn’t what it used to be.
“Maybe he’s open to it, maybe he isn’t. It depends on how he views his situation at Tottenham. But, if they get the thumbs-up from them, they can go to Bayern Munich with money in their hands.”
“It would probably be a complicated deal for them to do if you consider everything around it, but I always say, nothing surprises me in football any more.”
And he’s not wrong. Football has seen some of the most shocking transfers in history, including:
- Zlatan Ibrahimović playing for both Inter Milan and AC Milan
- Luis Figo’s infamous move from Barcelona to Real Madrid
- Carlos Tevez switching from Manchester United to Manchester City
Even in the Premier League, Jorginho went from Chelsea to Arsenal, and Sol Campbell left Spurs for Arsenal on a free transfer—a move that still enrages Tottenham fans to this day.
What Would This Mean for Spurs and Arsenal?
If Kane were to join Arsenal in 2026, it would shatter Spurs fans’ hearts. He left for Bayern to chase silverware, but if he returned to England and fired Arsenal to a title before Tottenham won one, the betrayal would be unforgivable in North London.
For Arsenal, however, it would be a game-changing move. They’re already title contenders, but adding a proven Premier League goal machine would instantly make them even stronger against Manchester City and Liverpool.
Verdict: A Pipe Dream or a Real Possibility?
As wild as this scenario sounds, football has seen crazier things happen. Kane may love Spurs, but if Arsenal offer him the chance to finally win a Premier League title, would he really turn it down?
For now, it remains a fantasy—but if Arsenal quietly start laying the groundwork, Spurs fans may have to brace themselves for the unthinkable.