Real Madrid president Florentino Perez is reportedly preparing a massive €175 million move for Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise this summer, as the Spanish giants look to rebound from a difficult season and reshape their attacking options.
The potential blockbuster transfer would reunite the 24-year-old French international with the club he tormented in the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals, where Bayern eliminated Real Madrid with a 6-4 aggregate victory. Olise contributed a goal and an assist across the two-legged tie, leaving a lasting impression on Perez and the Santiago Bernabeu faithful.
A Season of Michael Olise to Remember
Olise has enjoyed a spectacular debut campaign in Munich since arriving from Crystal Palace for €53 million in the summer of 2024 . The right winger has registered 18 goals and a remarkable 29 assists in 45 appearances across all competitions, cementing his status as one of Europe’s most lethal attacking threats.
His creative output has been particularly staggering, with Olise reportedly leading all players across Europe’s top five leagues in assists this season. In the Champions League alone, he has contributed 3 goals and 8 assists in 10 matches.
Such form has placed him among the early contenders for the Ballon d’Or, with a strong World Cup campaign for France potentially elevating him to favorite status.
Bayern’s Firm Stance
Despite Real Madrid’s financial firepower, Bayern Munich has shown no willingness to part with their star winger. Olise remains under contract at the Allianz Arena until 2029, and significantly, his deal contains no release clause that would facilitate negotiations.
Bayern’s board member for sport, Max Eberl, has been unequivocal in his position. “Michael has a contract until 2029 with us, without a release clause – we are relaxed,” Eberl stated recently. He knows what he has with us, and it’s the same the other way around. It fits.
The German champions reportedly view Olise as a cornerstone of their long-term project and are even considering extending his contract further rather than entertaining offers . Sources suggest club bosses are in agreement that they will not negotiate potential bids for the French international.
Other Suitors
Real Madrid are not alone in their pursuit. Liverpool has also been heavily linked with Olise as the Premier League club prepares for a potential post-Mohamed Salah era. Reports suggest the Reds could be ready to dish out as much as €200 million for the winger. Manchester City is also among the European elite monitoring the situation.
A Necessary Revolution
For Real Madrid, the pursuit of Olise represents more than just another high-profile signing. The club is on the verge of completing a second consecutive season without a major trophy, a drought that has prompted Perez to plan a significant squad overhaul.
The 24-year-old’s ability to operate both as a traditional right winger and an inverted playmaker makes him an ideal fit for Madrid’s system. His Champions League performance at the Bernabeu left such an impression that Spanish media described him as an “uncontrollable and sadistic tormentor of full-backs” who played with the ease of someone “playing barefoot on the beach with his friends.
What Comes Next
With the summer transfer window approaching, all eyes will be on whether Madrid follows through with their reported €175 million offer. Bayern’s resistance is formidable, but Perez has a history of securing even the most difficult targets when he sets his mind to them.
For now, Olise remains focused on helping Bayern pursue silverware, though the prospect of a return to the Bernabeu—this time in the famous white shirt, will undoubtedly dominate transfer headlines in the months ahead