Real Madrid says no Michael Olise transfer to Bayern

Real Madrid president Florentino Perez has personally assured Bayern Munich that the Spanish club will not pursue a transfer for winger Michael Olise this summer, effectively ending speculation about an imminent move for the French international. The communication, reported on July 17, reinforces a public statement Madrid issued in June denying any contact regarding the 24-year-old.

Olise, who joined Bayern Munich from Crystal Palace in 2024 for a reported 50.8 million euros, has been the subject of persistent transfer rumors linking him with a record-breaking move to the Bernabeu. Reports from French media earlier in the week suggested Olise was eager to join Real Madrid to advance his career, with some outlets claiming he had expressed this desire while representing France at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. However, subsequent information indicates Olise has reaffirmed his commitment to the German champions.

Bayern Munich officials have consistently maintained that Olise is not for sale. Club president Herbert Hainer stated last month that Bayern is "not a selling club" and warned any interested parties to save themselves the trouble of making an offer. This stance appears to have...