Harry Kane is one of the highest-paid players at FC Bayern. With his recent contract extension through the summer of 2029, the Munich club has secured its top scorer for the long term. For Uli Hoeneß, there’s no question that the high cost of signing the England national team captain is worth it. The honorary president sees Kane as far more than just a key player on the field.
In an interview with BR24, the 74-year-old defended the striker’s salary and pointed to his enormous economic significance for the German record champions. According to him, Bayern benefits not only from Kane’s goals and assists but also from his international star power.
Particularly interesting: Hoeneß cited a specific example of how signing international superstars directly impacts the club’s revenue. In doing so, he revealed a lucrative multi-million deal for an upcoming exhibition match in Africa.
Hoeneß: “Kane brings back every euro”
“Harry Kane’s salary is fine because he brings back every euro he gets,” Hoeneß explained on BR24.
This is by no means solely about athletic success. Rather, the signing of the Englishman has also changed the international perception of FC Bayern.
As an example, Hoeneß pointed to the recent Ballon d’Or gala in London, where Kane was awarded the Golden Ball.
The global attention surrounding the striker also benefits the club. This not only increases FC Bayern’s visibility but also its economic potential.
The presence of such global stars pays off particularly in international business activities and merchandising.
For Hoeneß, it is therefore clear that a player like Kane, despite his high salary, represents significant added value for the record champions.
Bayern earns three million euros for a single game
The Bayern honorary president illustrated just how significant this economic impact can actually be by citing an upcoming away match.
According to him, the Munich team will travel to Nairobi on January 5 to participate in the opening of a stadium. “The government is paying us three million euros for a single game,” Hoeneß revealed.
In his view, such a sum would be virtually unthinkable without top international stars on the roster. “They would never pay that if we didn’t have Harry Kane, if we didn’t have Olise. It only works if you have top international players,” emphasized the 74-year-old.
In doing so, Hoeneß underscored that signing top-tier players is no longer just a sporting decision for FC Bayern.
Especially in international markets, stars like Kane and Michael Olise can tap into additional revenue streams and boost the club’s global brand awareness.
At the same time, these statements provide an interesting insight into the economic considerations behind the Englishman’s recent contract extension.
While the 33-year-old’s high salary is a recurring topic of discussion, Hoeneß apparently views the investment as a worthwhile overall package.
Kane is expected not only to lead FC Bayern to more titles with his goals but also to bring in additional millions to the club’s coffers as an international figurehead.