A BIT HARRSH
German media turns on Harry Kane as England star slammed for ‘hanging around alone’ and going missing in big games
Kane suffered an injury at the weekend that could sideline him for a huge Champions League clash
A GERMAN media outlet has turned on Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane despite his prolific goalscoring record in the Bundesliga.
Kane joined Bayern in a huge £104million transfer from Tottenham last summer and has not stopped scoring since.
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In 52 appearances across all competitions, the 31-year-old has netted 54 goals and provided 17 assists.
He won the Bundesliga golden boot at the end of his first season and smashed a number of records along the way.
However, German newspaper has accused Kane of going missing in big games.
Following Bayern's 1-1 draw with Bayer Leverkusen on Saturday, a column from journalist Walter M. Straten read: "Lots of effort, too little success. Harry Kane is hanging around alone up front.
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"What good are three goals against Kiel if he doesn't even get a shot on goal in a big game like yesterday?
"Fairness dictates that we shouldn't unleash the Kane-can't-win-a-title curse now. Especially since he had to leave injured ."
Kane suffered an ankle injury late in the match and was forced off in the 86th minute.
A statement from Bayern read: "Harry Kane took a painful knock to his ankle in Bayern’s Bundesliga game at home to Bayer Leverkusen on Saturday.
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"Examinations by the club’s medical unit on Sunday determined a positive development.
"Kane will continue to receive appropriate treatment."
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The striker is now a worry for Bayern Munich's Champions League showdown with Aston Villa on Wednesday.
Bayern boss Vincent Kompany said: "Hopefully it's nothing serious. I'm not a doctor but I hope he can play against Aston Villa on Wednesday."
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