Bayern Munich Reject Real Madrid's Interest in Michael Olise, Club Calls Him Unsellable
- Real Madrid president Florentino Perez has reportedly contacted Bayern Munich over a potential move for Michael Olise
- Bayern honorary president Uli Hoeness described the French winger as 'unsellable' as the club made their stance clear
- Olise scored 22 goals and provided 32 assists during an outstanding campaign at the Allianz Arena this season
Bayern Munich will not entertain any transfer offer for Michael Olise this summer, regardless of how much money is put on the table.
The development comes against the backdrop of Real Madrid's ongoing presidential elections, during which transfer promises have become a significant talking point.
Bayern honorary president Uli Hoeness has gone on record describing the 23-year-old as "unsellable", signalling the German champions' firm intention to retain their prized asset.
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Real Madrid's Approach Firmly Rejected
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez is said to have already reached out to Bayern Munich to signal his intention to submit a formal bid for Olise, with reports suggesting he planned to table an offer on Tuesday. Bayern's response, however, has been unambiguous. Any proposal from the Spanish club will be turned down.
Olise joined Bayern from Crystal Palace in the summer of 2024 in a deal reported to be worth around £50 million, and he has since established himself as one of the most influential players in European football. Over the course of the past season, he registered 22 goals and 32 assists while helping Bayern claim back-to-back Bundesliga titles.
The link to Real Madrid emerged after another presidential candidate, Enrique Riquelme, had claimed Erling Haaland would join the Santiago Bernabeu, a suggestion swiftly dismissed by sources at Manchester City and those close to the Norwegian striker.
Olise subsequently emerged as the more credible target being discussed in the context of the Madrid election campaign.
Kompany's Praise for Olise
Bayern manager Vincent Kompany has made no secret of his admiration for the French winger.
Speaking towards the end of the season, Kompany said:
"We see him every day and he does it at the highest level in the Champions League. He'll surely be one of the best in the world one day. He's on the right track now. Everything he does is right. His level now is one of the best in Europe."
Liverpool have also been credited with an interest in Olise, but the Premier League club are understood to be well aware that Bayern have no willingness to sell. As a result, Liverpool have shifted their focus towards RB Leipzig midfielder Yan Diomande.
Real Madrid, meanwhile, are progressing with other transfer business. The club have reportedly secured agreements to sign Ibrahima Konate on a free transfer following his departure from Liverpool, and have activated Denzel Dumfries' release clause at Inter Milan. Whether Olise features in their longer-term plans beyond this window remains to be seen, but for now Bayern's position leaves no room for negotiation.
Source: YEN.com.gh
