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  "id": 1996814,
  "title": "‘Itch’ to return to Premier League is gone – Kane",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/19/itch-to-return-to-premier-league-is-gone-kane",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-19T19:06:50.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
    "slug": "punch-nigeria",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/itch-to-return-to-premier-league-is-gone-kane/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Former England captain and Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane has revealed that his ambition to return to the Premier League and break Alan Shearer's all-time scoring record has diminished since his move to Germany in 2023. Kane had initially intended to eventually make a return to England to attempt to surpass Shearer's tally of 260 goals, but his experience in the Bundesliga has altered his perspective. According to BBC Sport, Kane stated, \"When I first left, for sure it was something I thought, I would definitely be coming back. That itch isn't there as much anymore.\" The 32-year-old has had a prolific season at Bayern, scoring 73 goals, including the Golden Shoe for being the Bundesliga's leading scorer. Kane, who is set to discuss a new contract with the German champions, expressed his contentment with life in Munich, stating, \"I am extremely happy here in Munich.\" While he has not ruled out a potential return to England, his primary focus remains on Bayern Munich for the time being.",
  "summary": "Harry Kane admits his desire to return to the Premier League and break the scoring record has faded since moving to Bayern Munich. The England captain is h Read More: https://punchng.com/itch-to-return-to-premier-league-is-gone-kane/",
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        "published": "2026-08-19T12:24:50.000Z"
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        "published": "2026-08-19T14:37:13.000Z"
      },
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        "outlet": "BBC Sport",
        "title": "Kane plays down returning to Premier League in future",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/19/kane-plays-down-returning-to-premier-league-in-future",
        "published": "2026-08-19T17:14:38.000Z"
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        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/19/premier-league-ceo-calls-for-fifa-candidate-who-can-unite",
        "published": "2026-08-19T21:03:56.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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