Michael Olise’s future is once again a hot topic in Munich. Bayern sporting director Max Eberl revealed on Wednesday the details of his ongoing dialogue with the former Crystal Palace winger throughout the World Cup, as talk of a new contract offer continues to swirl.
Regular contact throughout the tournament
Eberl confirmed he had been in touch with Olise “time and again” during the World Cup, even after France’s exit from the tournament. It’s a level of closeness that underlines how highly Bayern rate the 24-year-old, who came through Crystal Palace’s academy before his 2024 move to Germany.
The Bayern director even received an unexpected message from the player mid-tournament, a sign the relationship goes beyond the purely professional.
The photo with Manu Kone in the France dressing room
“He sent me a nice photo with Manu Kone, whom I brought to Gladbach at the time, with the two of them standing arm in arm in the dressing room,” Eberl said. Olise and Kone, now at Roma, reached the World Cup semi-finals together with France.
France were beaten 2-0 by Spain on July 14 in Dallas. Spain went on to lift the trophy, beating Argentina 1-0 in the final to become world champions.
A new deal reportedly designed to fend off Real Madrid
According to German media reports, Bayern have offered Olise a contract extension until 2031 that would nearly double his current reported salary of around €13.5 million a year. The figures have not been officially confirmed by the club.
Eberl also called Olise the “Bundesliga’s Player of the Season” and Bayern’s “biggest signing,” describing him as central to the club’s future plans. No departure or renewal has been officially announced, and reported interest from Real Madrid remains just that — reported, not confirmed.
FAQ
Who is Michael Olise?
Michael Olise is a 24-year-old French winger who came through Crystal Palace’s academy in the Premier League before joining Bayern Munich in 2024.
Did Bayern really offer Olise a new contract during the World Cup?
According to Max Eberl and German media reports, yes — a renewed deal with a significantly higher salary is said to have been discussed, though the terms haven’t been officially confirmed.
Is Michael Olise leaving Bayern Munich for Real Madrid?
Nothing has been confirmed. Real Madrid’s interest has been widely reported, but no transfer or departure has been officially announced.
What is the connection between Olise and Manu Kone?
The pair are former France international teammates, and Eberl had previously brought Kone to Borussia Monchengladbach before his move to Roma.
How far did France go at the 2026 World Cup?
France reached the semi-finals but lost 2-0 to Spain, who went on to beat Argentina 1-0 in the final to become world champions.
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