Favourites! Harry Kane identifies potential rival for Ballon d’Or award

Bayern Munich forward Harry Kane has placed himself among the favourites tipped to win the Ballon d’Or award this year after another impressive season.

The England forward scored 61 goals across all competitions and is prepared to lead England to glory at the World Cup. Kane finished as the Bundesliga’s top scorer with 36 goals in just 31 matches.

Furthermore, he successfully claimed the European Golden Shoe for the second time in three years and secured three collective trophies.

Speaking in a recent interview with L’Equipe, Kane opened up about how these outstanding accomplishments naturally lead him to dream about claiming the Ballon d’Or.

“I’d be one of the favorites, definitely,” Kane explained. He further added: “Given the trophies I’ve won this season and the number of goals I’ve scored, I’d be in the running.

“Especially as, should England win the World Cup, one could imagine the trophy going to an English player.” This honest assessment highlights his clear understanding that club form alone might not be enough.

Harry Kane celebrates as he scores for FC Bayern München. (Photo by Stefan Matzke – sampics/Getty Images)

The 32-year-old is entirely realistic about the fierce competition he faces for the Ballon d’Or. He knows several outstanding players have also staked their claim for the prize following brilliant campaigns. “When you look at who the current favourites are to win the Ballon d’Or, there’s Michael (Olise), the Champions League finalists and me,” he estimates.

PSG forward Ousmane Dembele is also tipped to retain the award but Kane will be eager to end up on the podium.

Kane is currently in the England training camp as they finalise preparations with friendlies against New Zealand on June 6 and Costa Rica on June 10.

Afterwards, the national team begin their World Cup Group L campaign against Croatia on June 17, Ghana on June 23, and Panama on June 27.