Premier League legend Paul Ince, who won two titles with Manchester United, believes Kane will only win the great honour if he moves to one of the big boys.
Appearing on a Goggle-box style Facebook show alongside Sol Campbell and Paddy Power, Ince said: “I kind of feel when you talk about Ballon d’Or winners people like Eden Hazard and Harry Kane have to move to Real Madrid or Barca to get recognised.
“It shouldn’t be the case.”
Campbell nodded his head in agreement and said: “The powers that be favour the Barcas and Real Madrids.”
Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo have shared the last five Ballon d’Ors between them.
All in all, players turning out for Barca and Real have won 21 Ballon d’Ors. No player playing for Chelsea or Tottenham has ever taken the order.
But despite the transfer talk, Mauricio Pochettino Harry Kane is happy at Tottenham and can fulfil his desire to win silverware in north London.
Former Spurs boss Andre Villas-Boas this week claimed England striker Kane would have to quit the club if he wants “trophies and notoriety”.
But current Tottenham chief Pochettino hit back by saying: “We are here to develop, to help the club achieve and win titles.
“Harry is happy here and of course he wants to win titles here like all of us do, but I respect all opinions.”
Dele Alli was once again at the centre of controversy during Sunday’s 1-0 win at Crystal Palace, with the home fans accusing him of diving twice in a bid to win penalties.
Pochettino admitted he did have a conversation with Alli about the incidents but is not concerned the player will suffer at the hands of referees as a result.
“He’s an easy target for opposition fans because it’s easier to complain and accuse Dele,” Pochettino said.
“Of course, Dele is focused to improve, we’re focused on helping him. He’s a great player and a great kid.
“He’s very competitive and he wants to win in every action. Of course, he wants to improve.
“I am not worried about this situation. He’s a clever player and he knows what he needs to do.
“Every day we have conversations and meetings about everything. After the game we had a short chat about the situation. It’s our responsibility to help the players with everything.
“I trust the referees are professional and that they’re not going to behave like fans. I trust them, not 100 per cent but 200 per cent.”