After a trophy-less season, Real Madrid is eager to bolster its squad this summer to avoid a repeat. Several names have been mentioned, including Michael Olise. However, Bayern Munich has issued a statement that is likely to dampen the Spanish club’s hopes.
Real Madrid has not yet recovered from its blank season. The Madrid side intends to avoid a similar scenario next year and is looking to reinforce José Mourinho’s squad. In recent weeks, numerous names have emerged, including that of Michael Olise. The 24-year-old, currently competing in the 2026 World Cup with France, has shone for Bayern Munich. The Bavarians have now directly responded to the Merengue regarding a potential transfer of the French international.
‘We Are Not a Selling Club’
“As I have already said, if Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez had an offer in mind, he could save himself the trouble because we do not want to sell Michael Olise. Bayern Munich has excellent relations with Real Madrid, and as a result, they contacted me to say, on one hand, that they have absolutely no contact with Michael Olise, and on the other hand, that they do not wish for these constant speculations in the media. He is a Bayern Munich player and has a long-term contract. And we are not a selling club,” stated Herbert Hainer, president of Bayern Munich.
Another Transfer Setback for Real Madrid
Real Madrid now knows where it stands regarding Michael Olise. After Julian Alvarez, the Liga club faces yet another rejection in the transfer market. The question now is whether the Casa Blanca will persist for the 24-year-old winger or activate another option. The story continues…
