Harry Kane's participation in England's upcoming friendlies against Brazil and Belgium is in doubt after the striker was forced off during Bayern Munich's 5-2 win over Darmstadt. The England captain collided with a post while attempting to follow up a shot, twisting his ankle and requiring treatment before being substituted with eight minutes remaining.
Bayern Munich sporting director Christoph Freund confirmed the injury, stating: 'We hope it's not that bad. It was a precautionary measure that he went out. Harry twisted his ankle and the area had to be cooled down. He won't take any risks with the national team.' The comment suggests Kane may be rested to avoid aggravating the problem ahead of Euro 2024.
Kane had earlier scored his 31st Bundesliga goal of the season, breaking Uwe Seeler's record for most goals by a debutant in the German top flight. He also assisted Jamal Musiala's equaliser before Musiala scored again, with Serge Gnabry and Mathys Tel adding further goals for Bayern.
England manager Gareth Southgate, already dealing with an injury crisis, acknowledged the challenges: 'We seem over the last few weekends to have lost two or three players every weekend... You have to adjust and adapt.' If Kane is ruled out, opportunities may arise for Ivan Toney and Ollie Watkins, both of whom Southgate praised as contenders for the number nine role.
