Chelsea have overtaken Manchester City and United in the race to sign Harry Kane after launching a ‘more appealing’ bid, according to reports.

In the spring, the England captain, 27, stunned Tottenham by revealing he wanted to quit the club this summer.

Kane has since been chased by a host of suitors in a deal expected to be worth around £150million.

City held the early advantage and have been the favourites with the bookies ever since the forward’s announcement.

But Chelsea now have the edge thanks to their overall package, according to The Athletic.

The Blues are believed to be willing to offer a player-plus-cash deal involving outcast striker Tammy Abraham as a like-for-like replacement.