Harry Kane trails Erling Haaland the Premier League’s Golden Boot race
(Picture: Tottenham Hotspur FC via Getty Images)Rio Ferdinand believes Harry Kane must be “sick” of watching Erling Haaland’s rapid-fire adjustment to life at Manchester City.
The 22-year-old has enjoyed a remarkable start to his maiden campaign as a Premier League player, scoring 15 goals in nine games.
Already, the Golden Boot race looks over and Haaland’s tally overshadows Kane’s, which stands at an impressive eight goals in nine appearances itself.
In any other season, the England captain would be the League’s in-form player, though it’s difficult to ignore the fact City wanted Kane a season before they landed Haaland.
The Spurs star was the subject of a number of bids from Pep Guardiola’s side but remained in north London after a protracted saga, depriving City of the no.9 they wanted for another season.
While Standard Sport understand Kane would be willing to extend his contract with his boyhood club, Ferdinand believes it must be galling for him to watch Haaland in such fine form.
“If I’m him, I’m absolutely puking up in my own mouth and trying not to swallow it when I’m watching Haaland now,” said Ferdinand on his Vibe with Five Podcast.
“Because I’m thinking that could have been me.”
