"Harry Kane's former teammate unveils surprising claim about Kane's youth team ranking"
Harry Kane's Unassuming Start in Spurs' Youth Team, According to Steven Caulker
Steven Caulker, a former Spurs teammate, spilled the beans on Kane's academy days, stating that he "wasn't the best player in our youth team." During their time together between 2007 and 2009, the duo climbed the ranks, eventually making their way to the first team.
After receiving a professional contract in 2010, Kane embarked on a series of loans across England at Leyton Orient, Millwall, Norwich City, and Leicester City. His first Premier League start for Spurs came against Sunderland in April 2014, scoring his initial top-flight goal in the 59th minute.
Despite scoring an impressive 280 goals across all competitions, Kane was unable to help Spurs secure a trophy win. In 2023, the 31-year-old departed his boyhood club to join Bayern Munich in a record-breaking £88million deal.
Recently, Kane ended his 15-year trophy drought as he celebrated alongside his new teammates following Bayern's Bundesliga triumph. Caulker took to LinkedIn to congratulate his former youth teammate and reflect on their academy days, highlighting the diverse paths players can follow.
Caulker admitted that he wouldn't have placed Kane in the top five during their time at the Spurs academy. The academy was a hotbed of talent in a short space of time, producing notable players like Kyle Walker, Kyle Naughton, and Andros Townsend, among others[1].
Caulker added that Kane rarely stood out to him, but his mentality was second to none. Caulker concluded by expressing admiration for Kane's incredible achievements, stating, "Well done, H."
As Kane rejoices in his silverware, he remains hopeful about Tottenham's prospects. The club has the chance to secure their first trophy since 2008, competing in the Europa League final on May 21 against Manchester United[2].
Motivated by the opportunity, Kane shared his thoughts during Bayern's title celebrations, praising Spurs for their achievements and expressing hope that they can claim victory. The striker also acknowledged that this could be a positive month for Spurs fans, given their excitement over his title triumph and their longing for their own success[3].
Throughout his Spurs career, Kane experienced a series of heartbreaks, including two League Cup runner-up medals, a Champions League loss, and a few close calls in the Premier League. Nevertheless, Kane's perseverance finally paid off with Bayern's title win[4].
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[1] Top 20 Tottenham Hotspur Academy Products
[2] Europa League final: Spurs vs Man United
[3] Harry Kane sends trophy message to Tottenham
[4] Harry Kane's Heartbreaking Moments at Spurs
[5] Harry Kane Breaks Silence after Bayern Munich's Bundesliga Triumph
- Despite facing multiple heartbreaks at Tottenham Hotspur, including two League Cup runner-up medals, a Champions League loss, and a few close calls in the Premier League, Harry Kane finally secured a trophy with Bayern Munich's Bundesliga triumph in 2023.
- Knee-deep in Spurs' academy days with Steven Caulker, Kane didn't stand out as the best player, but his determination was unmatched.
- The UEFA Europa League final on May 21, 2023, presents Tottenham with an opportunity to secure their first trophy since 2008, competing against Manchester United.
- In the world of club soccer, competitions like the Premier League, Bundesliga, Champions League, and Europa League, alongside mixed martial arts (MMA) and the NFL, captivate sports enthusiasts globally.
