H. Kane gave an interview to TNT Sports, stating that he is in great form and uses Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo as role models, hoping to maintain a high standard into his late 30s. Regarding the Ballon d'Or, he expressed pride at being on the shortlist but acknowledged that the final outcome is not in his hands. H. Kane also discussed his positional changes on the pitch and their impact during the interview.

H. Kane spoke to TNT Sports ahead of Bayern's Champions League campaign: "I've never liked setting limits on myself at the start of a season. I might set ambitious targets and then see what I can achieve. This season, I feel like I'm scoring nearly 20 goals more than at any other point in my career, and I've had great seasons before. In times like these, you try to savour the moment."

"Right now I feel great, and I'm thinking about how I can maintain this form, how I can keep it going for as long as possible. We all know it won't last forever, but when I see players like Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Modrić playing into their late 30s, and seeing Ronaldo now in his 40s, along with Modrić in his 40s, it's inspiring to try and do the same."

"Ultimately, it comes down to mentality—what you've already achieved, what you still want, what other trophies you want to win, what other goals you want to reach. But for now, I want to maintain the best level I can for as long as possible. Of course, at Bayern, I know I can compete for the league and Champions League every year. There are still things I want to achieve at club level, and I have goals at international level too. The aim right now is to make the most of this period."

Remarkably, no English footballer has won the Ballon d'Or since Michael Owen in 2001. Owen described Kane's season as "magnificent" and expressed hope of welcoming the England captain to his "exclusive club."

Kane said: "That would be wonderful, but it's still a long way off. I'm extremely proud of my performance this season. It makes me feel humble because not long ago I was just a football fan wanting to become a professional footballer. Now I've reached this point and received many awards—the Golden Boot, the Ballon d'Or. Of course, it's no longer up to me now; it's up to the voters and those who make the final decision. This truly is my best season, and we can only wait and see."

"It feels a bit strange because I'm already looking at this season and next season, thinking how I can improve and develop further. At the same time, I want to savour what I've already achieved. Time will tell. I think that's how football and opinions work—everyone has lots of opinions and many reasons to support different players. Many people like this player for that reason: he's quick, intelligent, a clinical finisher. I think that's what makes football special: these debates always exist, and the Ballon d'Or is certainly one of them. So I'm happy to be in the conversation, and we can only wait and see."

Bayern reached the Champions League semi-final last season but ultimately lost to Paris Saint-Germain, the eventual champions. In Kane's first season, Bayern also exited at the same stage, losing to Real Madrid. The previous season, they lost to Inter Milan. The German giants haven't won this trophy since 2020. This year, under manager V. Kompany, Bayern have enjoyed significant domestic success, and Kane clearly prioritizes European glory once again.

Kane added: "Yes, we came close. I think last year we almost got there—losing to back-to-back Champions League winners isn't something to be ashamed of. Now we're entering a new season, and we need to make this our year. We need to find a way to get things done. As time goes on and the coach stays for another year, I think we'll understand each other better and be able to push each other more effectively."

"The Champions League isn't just about the strongest team winning. Sometimes you need things to go your way at the right time. You need to be healthy. You need your best players on the pitch. So there are many factors to consider in one season. Even in the previous season, which was V. Kompany's first, I felt we had a good opportunity, but last year felt especially good. The two games against Paris Saint-Germain, especially the first one, were incredible. Two of the best teams going head-to-head."

"I think this year will be similar, and the key is whether we can find those small differences, push through, and win the Champions League—because that's my goal and the entire team's goal. At this club, our standard every season is always to push for that objective."

Regarding his playing style, Kane said that the notion he drops too deep and stays too far from goal is a "misconception." As he's aged, Kane's style has genuinely evolved, and he's no longer just a number 9 striker positioned in the attacking area. Now Kane often drops deeper to receive the ball, and he maintains that this helps prevent him from being crowded out, with Bayern manager V. Kompany actively encouraging him to seek the ball.

Kane explained: "I think sometimes people misunderstand—if you drop deep, it doesn't mean you're too far from goal. Yes, if you're not willing to burst into the box, that's true. But when you play as a number 9, sometimes it's easy to get crowded out, or you just have to wait for everyone to come to you. Mostly you face two center-backs, and sometimes you don't even touch the ball. You're just being marked."

"I've actually spoken to V. Kompany about this. Sometimes the higher you stand, the easier it is for them. You think you're creating space for the team or for the attacking midfielder, but actually you're just being pulled out of the game. Especially last season, I'd receive the ball in a deeper area, almost like playing as a number 6, and then burst into the box in one movement—which is harder to mark because the midfielder doesn't know whether to follow me all the way, and the defender or center-back is focused on someone else and doesn't see me coming. So really, it's easier for me to create chances by running from deeper than by standing in the box all the time."

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