If there was any doubt about how highly Bayern Munich honorary president Uli Hoeneß regards Harry Kane, consider those doubts officially dismissed. The club legend has made his feelings abundantly clear, expressing optimism about Kane’s future in Munich while throwing his full support behind the striker’s Ballon d’Or ambitions.

Hoeneß indicated that Bayern Munich are making progress toward an agreement with their star forward, whose importance to the club extends far beyond his goalscoring record.

”It’s looking good that we can reach an agreement with Harry. He’s a figurehead of our club. I would be very sorry if he left us. Harry should get the Ballon d’Or. After a season like that, with two titles, so many goals, and reaching the World Cup semi-finals, he would have fully deserved it. He guides our young players and always puts his body on the line. I’m in love with Harry Kane,” Hoeneß told Welt am Sonntag (as captured by @iMiaSanMia).

That is quite the endorsement from Hoeneß, who clearly sees Kane as much more than an elite striker. The England captain has become a leader in the dressing room, a role model for Bayern Munich’s younger players, and the focal point of an attack that continues to deliver.

The contract comments are particularly encouraging. While nothing is finalized, Hoeneß’s optimism suggests Bayern Munich are confident about finding a solution that keeps Kane in Bavaria.

And the Ballon d’Or argument? Kane certainly has a compelling case if he continues delivering goals, trophies, and leadership on the biggest stages.

Bayern Munich have found their superstar. Now, the priorit