Harry Kane, the England and Bayern Munich striker, faced significant doubts about his potential early in his career. Renowned manager Harry Redknapp recalls how many, including Leyton Orient chairman Barry Hearn, underestimated Kane during his loan spells from Tottenham. Hearn specifically believed Kane would never reach the top level, unlike Steven Caulker and Andros Townsend.

Kane, however, defied these predictions through immense hard work and resilience. He became Tottenham's all-time leading goalscorer and holds the same record for the England national team. Redknapp praises Kane's universal skill, even considering him superior to Manchester City's Erling Haaland due to his playmaking abilities. Kane's capacity to drop deep and deliver precise passes, akin to Glenn Hoddle, sets him apart. Despite being 32, Kane maintains peak form, continuing to break records in the German Bundesliga with Bayern Munich. His success, driven by relentless training, makes him a role model and a strong Ballon d'Or candidate.