The European football ecosystem is bracing for a potential earthquake as reports emerge that Kylian Mbappe has personally recommended the signing of Michael Olise to the Real Madrid board.
Mbappe is reportedly eager to surround himself with elite technical quality to ensure a period of total dominance at the Santiago Bernabeu starting next season.
The Vision: A French-Led “Dream Trio”
Mbappe’s proposal envisions a terrifying offensive frontline that would see Olise integrated alongside himself and Vinícius Júnior.
-
Tactical Balance: Real Madrid is reportedly analyzing the move seriously, recognizing that Olise’s profile as a left-footed creator on the right wing would provide a unique tactical alternative and better balance to an attack often criticized for being too left-heavy.
-
Squad Shake-up: Internal reports suggest that Mbappe would even favor the departure of certain established stars (rumored to be Rodrygo) to make room for the 24-year-old French international.
Olise’s “Untouchable” Status at Bayern
While Mbappe is pushing for the move, the operation faces a massive wall in Munich. Michael Olise has been nothing short of a revelation since joining Bayern Munich from Crystal Palace in 2024.
-
The Numbers: Olise has been in world-class form, recently becoming the first player this season to directly influence 38 goals (13 goals and 25 assists) across all competitions under Vincent Kompany.
-
The Stance: Bayern sporting director Christoph Freund recently emphasized that the club is under “no pressure” to sell. Olise is considered the cornerstone of their future project and is locked into a long-term contract until June 2029 with no exit clause.
Transfer Tug-of-War
Despite Bayern’s firm “not for sale” stance, the player’s desire could play a role. Sources like TEAMtalk and Defensa Central suggest Olise has long harbored a desire to play in Spain.
-
Market Value: His valuation has soared to approximately €116.5M, making him one of the most expensive assets in world football.
-
The Liverpool Threat: Real Madrid isn’t alone; Liverpool has also identified Olise as the primary successor to Mohamed Salah, setting the stage for a massive bidding war if Bayern ever opens the door.