Upamecano proclaims himself Harry Kane in a match against Italy
Dayot Upamecano said, during a press conference on Wednesday, that he sometimes feels like Harry Kane in the context of matches.
The French central defender has been on a good run in recent seasons.
A mainstay for the Bleus and at Bayern Munich, he has become one of the key figures in the Bavarian squad, alongside Harry Kane, Joshua Kimmich, Manuel Neuer and Michael Olise.
He does not limit himself to defending; like his English teammate, he regularly takes part in building the play and steps out of his comfort zone to support the attackers.
This attitude was evident on October 25 against SC Fribourg (3-1), where he even found the back of the net.
"I'm not afraid to do it," Upamecano affirmed.
This double role inspired a humorous comparison with the 2026 Ballon d’Or.
"I would say that the context of the matches has turned me into Harry Kane at times... I'm not afraid to do it," he added.