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UCL: Update on Harry Kane’s injury ahead of Real Madrid clash

Harry Kane is expected to be available for Bayern Munich’s crucial Champions League encounter against Real Madrid after a positive recovery from injury.

Kane had been a doubt after sustaining an ankle issue during training, which ruled him out of England national team’s recent friendly against Japan.

However, the 32-year-old has now returned to full training with Bayern and participated without restrictions, significantly improving his chances of featuring in the high-stakes fixture at the Santiago Bernabéu.

According to reports, Kane is now “very likely” to be fit in time for the match, offering a major boost to Bayern’s attacking setup.

UCL: Update on Harry Kane's injury ahead of Real Madrid clash
Harry Kane – Getty image

Key asset for Tuchel

Kane remains central to Thomas Tuchel’s system, with his output this season underlining his importance.

The forward has registered 53 goals across all competitions for club and country, maintaining elite-level consistency.

His absence in recent England fixtures highlighted a noticeable drop in attacking efficiency, reinforcing his value both domestically and internationally.

Tactical implications for Bayern

From a performance standpoint, Kane’s availability materially strengthens Bayern’s chances against a high-calibre opponent. His presence provides not only goal threat but also structural balance in the final third.

Bayern currently hold a commanding position in the Bundesliga title race, but their immediate priority is European progression.

Facing Real Madrid away presents a high-risk scenario, and having Kane fit could be a decisive factor in execution.