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Bayern Munich hitman will be available against Real Madrid despite injury setback – report
During the international break, Real Madrid were given a massive boost when Bayern Munich’s star player and England international Harry Kane picked up a knock during training.
The Englishman was subsequently left out of Bayern Munich’s weekend encounter against SC Freiburg, sparking rumours that he might not be available for the midweek clash against Real Madrid.
However, the reality appears to be quite different.
Harry will play vs Real Madrid at all costs
According to MARCA, it will be a surprise if Harry Kane fails to make in time for the Champions League clash against Real Madrid.
It appears the Englishman’s omission from the squad against Freiburg was merely a precaution, as the striker is doing everything he can to be fully fit vs Real Madrid.
Joshua Kimmich notably confirmed Kane’s availability over the weekend, joking that he would play even in a wheelchair if need be.
England coach Thomas Tuchel had also described the striker’s knock as minor, and therefore, everything suggests the player will be available at the disposal of Vincent Kompany on Tuesday.
With a remarkable 48 goals scored in all competitions this season, Kane is the undisputed danger man in the Bayern Munich frontline.
The former Spurs superstar has been in sublime form this season, and his presence could cause a myriad of problems for a Real Madrid side facing a litmus test against the Bavarians.
Following a shock defeat to Mallorca, Real Madrid only have the Champions League to play for, notwithstanding a miracle in La Liga during the final phase of the campaign.
But with an in-form Bayern boasting an equally in-form Kane, the job for Alvaro Arbeloa will become much more difficult as the two historic teams take each other on this midweek.
In a major update, AS reports that former Real Madrid midfielder and club legend Toni Kroos has taken his first step towards starting his coaching career.
The former Germany international has told the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) that he is interested in joining the coaching course reserved for professional footballers.
Real Madrid tried to bring Kroos back
It is no secret that Real Madrid considered bringing Toni Kroos back into the club’s structure after the end of the last season.
The club president, Florentino Perez, had wanted Kroos to have a daily presence at Valdebebas rather than making occasional appearances after his retirement.
Jose Angel Sanchez and Kroos spoke after Perez expressed his desire to see the German working at Valdebebas every day. However, they did not find the right moment, time or structure to give his return a clear form.
A comeback remains one of the possibilities most desired by Madrid supporters because of Kroos’ charisma and what he represents at the Santiago Bernabeu. Neither side wanted him to return simply for the sake of it, so the door remains open for the future.
The relationship between the two parties is excellent, and both know that the opportunity to work together again will eventually come.
Taking it step by step
For now, Kroos continues to run the academy he established in Boadilla, enjoying the opportunity to help develop younger players.
After two years away from the competitive side of football, however, he is beginning to look towards the dugout as a possible next step in his career.
Kroos currently holds coaching qualifications that allow him to work up to the third tier of Spanish football.
This is possible because professionals with at least seven years of proven experience and significant involvement at the elite level can gain direct access to accelerated coaching courses.
That means Kroos could coach a team in Primera Federacion, but the German wants to take things gradually.
Kroos has already informed the RFEF that he would be interested in joining the coaching course reserved for professional footballers during the 2027/28 season.
The course taking place this season is not available to elite former players, with UEFA limiting each campaign to 20 places.
With his current qualifications, Kroos could work as an assistant coach, but he cannot yet take charge as a head coach in either the top flight or the Segunda División.
But completing that programme would allow Kroos to obtain the UEFA A licence, which would enable him to coach teams at any level.
