5 reasons why Harry Kane should reject a move to Real Madrid

Harry Kane has taken the Premier League by storm since the last two years in England. He was touted to be a 'one-season wonder' after his eye-catching performances, netting 21 times in 34 league appearances in season 2014-15.

But, the 24-year-old has proved his haters wrong by winning the Premier League golden boot twice in the last two seasons and appears to be going strong even now.

It does make sense when we read or hear rumours of heavyweights vying for the Englishman's signature. That is completely inevitable. Kane is just 24 and already drawing comparisons with giants Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi after his exploits at White Hart Lane.

Out of all, Spanish emperors Real Madrid have already been fighting tooth and nail against a host of clubs to bring the Englishman to the capital. Although Kane has reiterated his desire to stay at the club, repeated failure at winning silverware might tempt the Englishman to switch sides.

However, will the move be an appropriate choice for the striker? Wouldn't the Premier League be a better option than the La Liga? Considering the points below, Kane should better give a second thought on his wish to play in the famous white shirt.

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#5: A glimpse at the past

Michael Owen endured tough times at the Bernabeu

Speaking the truth, English stars have never quite made an impact in the La Liga. Of course, there are Steve Mcmanaman and Gary Lineker who oversaw successful stints with Real Madrid and Barcelona respectively.

However, there are a couple of names who have seen their ships bring wrecked after choosing Real Madrid above all clubs.

A fine example for Harry Kane can be led by Michael Owen. The Liverpool legend's decision to play for the Los Blancos backfired horribly. The last English player to win the famous 'World Player of the Year' award, Owen found himself warming the benches at the Spanish capital. Since then, the striker never truly recovered his potential.

Also, there's Jonathan Woodgate. Why the Los Merengues roped in the English defender is still a mystery to many. He paid his consequences later, starting with a red-card on his debut for the club. Next, it was David Beckham. Although the mercurial midfielder wasn't a failure at the Bernabeu, he failed to replicate his previous feats with the Red Devils at the Bernabeu.

Should Harry Kane decide to part his ways with Tottenham for the Spanish giants, the Englishman would better refrain from underestimating the importance of history.

#4: The ruthlessness of Real Madrid and their fans

Kane must brace himself up for the ruthlessness at the Bernabeu

Real Madrid is regarded as the greatest club in world football, owing to their glittering past and the giants that have roamed at their famous home. There's a vast difference between the two white shirts that Kane might be currently comparing in his mind.

Playing for Real requires a footballer to be at his best on all the 365 days. The hierarchy and fans are well-known for their notoriety when it comes to the cruel treatment of the underperforming players. Harry Kane could take a leaf out of the Gareth Bale's book on understanding how ruthless the club can be when a player fails to make his mark.

Kane has picked up pace after a slow start to another exciting season in England. That's okay when you are playing for Tottenham. But if it was with Real Madrid, he would have fallen down the pecking order much faster than he can imagine.

Gareth Bale has been an instrumental part in Real Madrid's historic UEFA Champions League triumphs. The Welshman was quick to adjust in his debut season with the Los Merengues. However, a plague of injuries and below-par performances have seen the Madrid fans place a crown of thorns over his head.

Luck hasn't really been on Bale's side and he is closer to facing the axe at the Bernabeu. If Kane wants to play for Real Madrid, he will certainly have to up the ante and get used to being pressurized and criticized by the supporters.

#3: The players and culture

Language has been a major obstacle for Gareth Bale in Spain

Real Madrid is the most star-studded team around the globe. They have the best players for each position with the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo, Toni Kroos, Luka Modric and Sergio Ramos all plying their trades for the club. There is no doubt that these players are a cut above the rest in football.

Needless to say, there is a big amount of ego in the dressing room at the Bernabeu. The Englishman will have to watch each and every word if he wants to get into the good books at Real Madrid.

Kane might be banging goals every week, but it's a totally different scenario when you play with players that are a shade more skilful than you. At Tottenham, Kane is easily the best player. But, a sudden transition of quality from the Lilywhites to Real Madrid would extend the level of pressure in which he might find it hard to adjust.

Also, Madrid represents a totally different culture and a different language. Players who don't speak fluent Spanish are easy targets for criticism. Gareth Bale has shown no interest in learning the language and hence there's always a barrier of communication that has led to meagre bonding with his teammates.

Even Toni Kroos experienced problems with the dialect in Spain. The language barrier stunts personal relations with players. If there is no attachment with teammates, the effect is clearly visible on the pitch. Language is crucial for a swift co-ordination with players, and Harry Kane needs to spare a thought about the same.

#2: The prudence in staying put

Kane must switch clubs but sit tight in England

Staying put does not mean Harry Kane should just bide his time at the White Hart Lane. There are world-class teams in England that are in the race for the striker's signature.

No doubt Tottenham have been at their best in the last three seasons, finishing inside the top five in the Premier League. However, they fall miles behind when compared to the likes of Chelsea, Manchester United and Manchester City. Tottenham aren't exactly considered a 'big club', thanks to their miserable spending in the transfer markets.

Consider this. Kane has been outstanding enough to taste of silverware in England. If it had been for any of the aforementioned three clubs, he would already have titles to boast about, along with personal glory.

To make a move to Real Madrid, Kane should better focus on winning in England first. The pressure in England's top teams is way lesser compared to that of the Spanish heavyweights.

Moving to a top English club would prove to be the best option since it would give him the experience of playing for a big institution. Also, Kane would get used to competition for his position which he certainly lacks at Tottenham. Titles in England would prove to be a boost in his confidence and he would be better than he currently is.

So, a move to Real Madrid via a top English club first seems to be the best option available for all involved parties.

#1: The emperor they call Cristiano Ronaldo

Ronaldo is the crowned jewel in Real's star-studded frontline

A budding plant will always find itself stunted in the shadow of a fully grown tree. Same will be the case with Harry Kane if he decides to be teammates with Cristiano Ronaldo.

As much as it is a boon for the Los Merengues, Ronaldo's ability to shine brightly has proved to be a curse for his fellow Madridistas. Players like Karim Benzema and Gareth Bale have lost themselves lost in his colossal silhouette. Usually deployed as a left forward, The Real Madrid talisman has netted much more than his frontline partners.

Bale is an equally mighty forward when it comes to scoring and assisting goals. But, the Welshman is nowhere near to the power and influence the Madeira-born superstar unleashes at the club. Keeping Ronaldo happy is the top target even for a manager at the club.

Tottenham and Real Madrid have contrast playing styles on the pitch. Kane is usually played as the lone striker by Mauricio Pochettino while Zidane prefers a three-man attack with Bale, Benzema, and Ronaldo.

A reason why Kane scores goals is down to the fact that he is Tottenham's talisman who takes the most shots on goals. But, that won't be the case with him at Real Madrid. Even though Benzema plays in the centre and closer to the goal, Ronaldo eclipses him completely. Of course, if Kane is brought in, he will be deployed in the Frenchman's place.

Also, Kane will be expected to score 40 goals a season when he joins Madrid for a huge fee. That is 10 more than the 30-goal mark he has touched in the last three seasons being a lone striker at the club.

At Real Madrid, scoring will be difficult for Kane considering the fact that monsters like Bale and Ronaldo will be on either of his sides. That might create extra pressure for the 24-year-old who is quite inexperienced at playing for big clubs.

Sooner or later, England might as well see their star front-man lost somewhere in the mammoth personalities that roam at the Santiago Bernabeu, should Harry Kane decide to trade in the whites of Spurs for those of the Blancos.