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Real Madrid are preparing for a blockbuster summer, with Michael Olise emerging as their latest galáctico target in a move that could reshape the European transfer landscape.
The Spanish giants are already undergoing significant changes, both on and off the pitch.
With Florentino Perez seeking re-election as club president this weekend, promises of a marquee signing have taken center stage.
Perez is widely expected to defeat rival Enrique Riquelme, and reports, as per The Guardian suggest that victory would immediately trigger a €150 million (£130m) bid for Bayern Munich star Michael Olise.
Olise’s rise has been nothing short of remarkable.
Having developed in England and made his name at Crystal Palace, the winger earned a high-profile move to Bayern Munich in 2024.
Since then, he has flourished under Vincent Kompany, helping the German side secure back-to-back Bundesliga titles while establishing himself as one of Europe’s most dangerous attacking players.
His creativity, flair, and end product have also made him a key figure for France ahead of the upcoming World Cup.
Before his move to Germany, Olise had attracted interest from several Premier League giants, including Liverpool.
The Merseyside club had long monitored his progress, viewing him as a potential addition to their evolving forward line.
However, Bayern ultimately won the race for his signature, and now face a battle to keep hold of him.
Real Madrid’s growing interest in Olise comes amid a wider squad overhaul.
The club are determined to bounce back after two trophyless seasons and have already made significant moves in the transfer market.
Ibrahima Konate is set to join on a free transfer, while Denzel Dumfries is also expected to arrive from Inter.
There are further links to Paris Saint-Germain midfielder João Neves, underlining Madrid’s intent to refresh their squad with elite talent.
Adding further intrigue is the evolving relationship between Madrid and Liverpool.
In that context, Madrid’s renewed pursuit of players previously linked with Liverpool, such as Olise, feels like part of a broader strategic shift.
Despite Madrid’s ambition, Bayern Munich are determined to resist any approach.
Olise is under contract until 2029, and club honorary president Uli Hoeness has already labelled him “unsellable.”
José Mourinho, who is expected to take charge if Pérez is re-elected, has personally scouted Olise, signaling just how serious Madrid’s interest is.
Should Perez secure victory and follow through on his promise, the coming weeks could see one of the biggest transfer battles of the summer unfold, with Michael Olise at the very center of it.