Speculation surrounding Michael Olise and Real Madrid continues to gather pace. Following the latest statements from Florentino Pérez, there is intense discussion in Spain about a possible move from the Whites. While the rumour mill is churning, those responsible at FC Bayern currently see no cause for concern
Following his outstanding season at FC Bayern, Michael Olise is one of the most sought-after players in Europe. The interest of numerous top clubs is correspondingly high. Rumours surrounding Real Madrid are currently particularly persistent
This was triggered by an announcement by President Florentino Pérez during the presidential election campaign. The Real boss publicly stated that the Whites would soon be making an offer of 150 million euros for a top player. He did not mention a name
However, there has been speculation in Spain for days that it could be Michael Olise
The sports newspaper Marca has already spoken of a „soap opera of 150 million“, while AS has declared the „galactic operation“ open
Real is looking for a right winger
Miguel Gutierrez, Real Madrid expert and insider, believes the speculation is at least understandable. „One thing is certain: Real Madrid are looking for a right winger for the new season. Michael Olise is one – and that’s why there’s all the speculation,“ Gutierrez told SPORT1
At the same time, however, he emphasized that those responsible in Madrid have never officially mentioned the name of the Bayern star
Nevertheless, the Frenchman’s profile fits perfectly into the requirements profile of the Whites. After 22 goals and 31 assists in 52 competitive matches for FC Bayern, Olise is now one of the absolute top players in his position
The 24-year-old showed that he is currently in outstanding form in France’s World Cup dress rehearsal against Northern Ireland on Monday evening, scoring all three of his team’s goals in a 3-1 win to set another exclamation mark ahead of the World Cup
Bayern categorically rule out a sale
Despite all the speculation, FC Bayern’s stance remains unchanged
According to SPORT1, a sale of Olise this summer is out of the question, and even an offer of 150 million euros would not change that
President Herbert Hainer recently had clear words for Madrid: „Michael Olise is a player at FC Bayern Munich and has a long-term contract with us. We are not a club that sells players. If Florentino Pérez wants to make us an offer, he can save himself the trouble,“ explained Hainer
Uli Hoeneß also recently made it clear that Olise is not for sale and that even sums above the 200 million euro mark would not persuade Bayern to change their mind
Lothar Matthäus supports this course. „FC Bayern has never been someone who has only looked at the money account. It’s about sporting value and entertainment value. Michael Olise entertains us at the very best. His way of playing soccer is something you go to the stadium for,“ emphasized the record international
Bayern remembers Ribéry
The past has already shown that Munich can remain steadfast even under great pressure from Madrid
Real insider Gutierrez recalled the case of Franck Ribéry. The Frenchman openly flirted with a move to the Whites in 2009, but Bayern consistently refused to release him. „A few years ago, Real Madrid wanted to sign Franck Ribéry, but Bayern wouldn’t let him go. Real don’t always manage to get a player at any price,“ explained Gutierrez
The situation with Olise is even clearer. The Frenchman has a long-term contract until 2029 and does not have an exit clause, meaning that FC Bayern are in complete control
From a sporting point of view, Real’s interest would be understandable. With Kylian Mbappé, Aurélien Tchouaméni and Eduardo Camavinga, several French internationals are already playing in Madrid. Real are also looking for reinforcements on the right wing
At the moment, however, everything points to the rumours making headlines in Spain in particular. Munich are not considering selling Michael Olise. Bayern’s message remains clear: the Frenchman is the face of the future – and not part of a transfer poker game.