Despite not having returned to FC Bayern Munich following the World Cup, Michael Olise remains a hot topic in football discussions. Recently seen modeling for Bayern’s new away kit, the winger shattered the previous market value record for Bundesliga players set by transfermarkt.de at an astonishing 170 million euros. His impressive performances last season have made him one of the most speculated names in Europe this transfer window.
The rumor mill suggests that Real Madrid is keen on signing him, fueled by President Florentino Perez’s supposed admiration for Olise. Reports even hinted that the player had expressed interest in a move to Madrid during conversations with French teammates at the World Cup. However, conflicting reports soon surfaced, indicating that the Spanish giants may not be anticipating Olise’s transfer at all. Bayern, who has Olise under contract without a release clause until 2029, holds a distinct advantage in this scenario, yet they have not actively engaged in this ongoing narrative.
FC Bayern’s Clear Stance
Fast forward to Saturday evening, and the narrative has shifted slightly. Following a narrow loss by a youthful Bayern squad against SV Wehen Wiesbaden (1-2), Bayern’s sporting director Christoph Freund addressed the Olise rumors. Responding to inquiries about the winger, Freund stated: “This is not a topic for us. We look forward to having Michael back, but right now he is enjoying a well-deserved vacation.”
Like many of his Bayern teammates who participated in the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Mexico, and Canada, Olise has yet to make an appearance in Wiesbaden. He was recently away in the United States, where he played in the third-place match, ultimately losing to England 4-6. Notably, he set a new assist record at the World Cup, surpassing Brazilian icon Pele, further inflaming rumors due to his connection with star player Kylian Mbappé.
Irreplaceable Asset for Bayern
For Freund, the matter of Olise’s potential departure remains off the table. He confidently asserted that Olise will play a vital role for Bayern next season, much like he did last year. The 24-year-old Frenchman has become a key offensive player alongside the likes of Harry Kane, making him irreplaceable. Thus, he is regarded as unsellable, with Bayern reportedly looking to extend his contract further.
This sentiment has seemingly been communicated to Perez and Real Madrid. Over the weekend, transfer insider Fabrizio Romano stirred up new speculation regarding another Bundesliga winger, Leipzig’s Yan Diomande, whom the Spanish side is rumored to be interested in. This could indicate a potential shift in Madrid’s focus away from targeting Michael Olise.
