Chelsea coach Enzo Maresca has placed Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane at the top of his wishlist as the team's dream signing, according to the website "CaughtOffside."

Maresca believes that Kane can be the key player Chelsea needs to restore the team to the ranks of the top clubs in England and Europe, given his combination of leadership, goal-scoring ability, and experience that will benefit the young squad.

Kane is considered one of the top strikers in Europe, having continued to deliver impressive performances with Bayern Munich since his transfer in 2023, both in the Bundesliga and the Champions League. This makes him an attractive option for Chelsea, who lack a proven number 9 striker capable of creating space and leading the team in major competitions.

The website confirmed that the challenges facing Chelsea are significant, as Kane's contract with Bayern runs until 2027, with a purchase clause estimated at around 65 million euros. Meanwhile, the German club is keen to keep him following his strong recent performances. Additionally, Kane's salary and the size of the contract represent a substantial financial commitment for Chelsea's management.

Despite the arrival of the young players Liam Delap and João Pedro, Maresca insists on the importance of signing an experienced captain like Kane to strengthen the attack and lead the team.

The report added that major European clubs, including Barcelona and Manchester United, are monitoring Kane's situation at Bayern Munich, while Chelsea needs to align its financial and sporting ambitions to complete the deal and consider it a worthwhile investment worth the risk.