Bayern president states club does not want to sell Michael Olise amid Real Madrid links

By Sanjay Menon — 30 June 2026 — 3 min read

Bayern Munich president Herbert Hainer has addressed speculation regarding Real Madrid’s interest in winger Michael Olise. Hainer stated that Bayern Munich does not intend to sell Olise, despite reports linking him with a move to the Spanish club.

Hainer indicated that if Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez had an offer in mind, he could save the effort, as the German club is not looking to part with Olise. He also mentioned that Bayern Munich maintains a positive relationship with Real Madrid, and that Real Madrid had contacted him to clarify they had no direct contact with Olise and wished to avoid ongoing media speculation.

Real Madrid had previously issued an official statement denying any contact with Olise’s representatives. Despite this, Olise is seen by some as a player who could fit well at Real Madrid. However, convincing Bayern Munich to sell him appears to be a challenging prospect unless the player himself seeks a departure from the club.

Olise’s strong season and World Cup performance

Michael Olise has reportedly had a strong 2025/26 season for the Bundesliga champions. His performances have reportedly drawn the attention of Florentino Pérez, who is said to be impressed with Olise’s play.

Olise has also been performing well in the current World Cup. He is playing alongside Kylian Mbappe and Ousmane Dembele for the French national team. Reports suggest that Olise’s connection with Mbappe on the field, particularly in group stage victories against Iraq and Senegal, has generated interest among Madridistas regarding what the two players could achieve together.

Real Madrid is reportedly continuing to pursue Olise, while being careful not to strain their relationship with Bayern Munich. The Spanish club is said to be focusing on strengthening their defensive and midfield areas, but the absence of a prominent left-footed right winger since the decline of Gareth Bale has been noted as an area where their attack could be improved.

Bayern’s concerns over Olise’s commitment

According to reports, Bayern Munich is starting to show concern regarding Olise’s commitment to the club. It was hoped that Olise would publicly or privately signal his dedication to Bayern Munich amidst the transfer rumors, but he has not done so.

This lack of a gesture has reportedly caused worry within Bayern Munich. There are indications that Olise might be leaning towards a move to Real Madrid, influenced by the links and his strong playing relationship with Kylian Mbappe.

Securing a player of Olise’s caliber, described as one of the elite left-footed right wingers globally, from Bayern Munich is considered a significant challenge. However, Real Madrid’s continued interest is reportedly creating a degree of uncertainty for the German club.

Real Madrid’s focus on Olise suggests a strategic move to potentially enhance their attacking options, despite their primary focus on other areas of the squad.

The situation highlights the ongoing discussions and speculation surrounding top players and their potential club movements in the current transfer landscape.

Real Madrid themselves denied any sort of contacts with Olise’s camp via an official statement published days ago.

Source: managingmadrid.com