Bayern have no intention of letting go of Kane, who scored 61 goals in a single season, with the length of his contract renewal now the main focus; the club are also keeping tabs on wing options including Marcus Rashford and Gabriel Martinelli.
Despite being tipped as favorites in 2026 World Cup Group L, England's early group fortunes could hinge on Pickford, Bellingham, Saka, Kane and O'Reilly.
Shearer backs Rogers to start, with Bellingham possibly beginning on the substitutes' bench.
England unveiled their 26-man World Cup squad on May 22, naming Harry Kane as captain. Phil Foden, Trent Alexander-Arnold and Cole Palmer were all left out.
Mbappé clinched the 2025-26 Champions League Golden Boot with 15 goals, with Harry Kane one behind on 14; three players are tied on 10.
With less than two weeks until the World Cup kicks off, John Stones is in line to start as England face Croatia in their opener, putting Thomas Tuchel's team selection back in the spotlight.
Michael Owen backs Gyökeres to start, while Arteta has hinted Zubimendi will face Paris Saint-Germain, leaving the final lineup still in doubt.
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