Welcome to today’s exclusive & comprehensive round-up of all things Bayern Munich from Bayern insider Christian Falk. Featuring updates on Michael Olise, Nick Woltemade, Nicolas Jackson , and Dayot Upamecano.
Does Michael Olise have a release clause amid Liverpool & Man City interest?
Newcastle beat FC Bayern to Nick Woltemade…
What’s the latest on the Nicolas Jackson transfer story?
And plenty more on Xavi Simons, Fermin Lopez, Dayot Upamecano, and more!
Could Michael Olise return to the Premier League?
Michael Olise holds his arms out wide during Bayern Munich game.
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✅ It is TRUE: Premier League clubs have Michael Olise on their radar. The Frenchman is currently in top form. Thomas Müller already predicted in a conversation with me that the winger would become an absolute leader at FC Bayern! Of course, other top European clubs have also noticed this. PSG are interested in Olise, and as a Frenchman, he would fit perfectly into the Ligue 1 outfit’s philosophy. But in England, too, there is annoyance that the player was not kept in the Premier League. Only Newcastle made a serious effort, but lost the poker game against Bayern Munich. Now, bigger clubs like Liverpool and Manchester City are also interested in Michael Olise. However, FC Bayern will not accept any offers. Good news for Bayern: the rumours about an exit clause in Olise’s contract are NOT TRUE.
Nicolas Jackson to the Bundesliga?
✅ It is TRUE: Bayern are confident they can sign Nicolas Jackson this summer. Max Eberl has long denied interest in Nicolas Jackson. Following reports in CF Bayern Insiderand BILD, he has now admitted that FC Bayern are interested in the Chelsea player. In fact, there was a supervisory board meeting on Monday at which it was decided that Jackson should be loaned out. FC Bayern have reached an agreement with the player. Now, a solution must be found with Chelsea. Unlike with Christopher Nkunku, Chelsea is willing to discuss a loan for Jackson. But there are also demands: Bayern must cover his entire salary and pay a loan fee in the low double digits. That is currently being negotiated. In addition, Chelsea must comply with the number of players allowed to be loaned abroad. That would still be possible in Jackson’s case.
Vincent Kompany pleads the case for transfers
Vincent Kompany stands on the pitch during Bayern game.
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✅ It is TRUE: Vincent Kompany confronted Uli Hoeneß over the thin squad and asked him to let Bayern sign Xavi Simons. Kompany travelled to Lake Tegernsee, the home of Uli Hoeneß, to ask the Bayern chief to buy more players. One of his wishes was RB Leipzig playmaker Simons. However, the supervisory board remains firm in its stance: only players on loan will be signed. Kompany was not alone in his efforts. A sports boss accompanied him to Tegernsee. The coach, sporting director and players all agree: more bodies are needed to have a chance of winning the Champions League.
Max Eberl wants to make the squad bigger
✅ It is TRUE: Bayern are still searching for a number 10. Max Eberl wants to sign another player for the attack in addition to Nicolas Jackson. He is looking for a number 10. He was unsuccessful with Xavi Simons. The player was willing to transfer to Munich. However, Bayern only wanted to loan him, while Leipzig only want to sell Simons. Now, Tottenham look set to win the race for Simons. The situation is similar with Christopher Nkunku. Chelsea only wants to sell, while Bayern Munich wants to loan him. However, Nkunku is now set to sign for AC Milan.
Could Dayot Upamecano follow in David Alaba’s footsteps?
✅ It is TRUE: Real Madrid are interested in Dayot Upamecano. For a long time, the question was why there had been no progress in the negotiations for a new contract for Upamecano since March. One reason is that both parties are still too far apart in their salary expectations. The other reason is Real Madrid. The Spanish club wants to sign Upamecano in 2026, when his contract expires. They did the same thing in 2021 with David Alaba, who came from Munich without a transfer fee. Alaba’s contract expires in 2026. Upamecano would be the perfect replacement. Again, without paying a transfer fee.
Nick Woltemade will sign for Newcastle
✅ **It is TRUE: Woltemade’s transfer to Bayern is off.**In a major development on Thursday, Newcastle took control of the Nick Woltemade transfer story! The 23-year-old is set to undergo a medical today. VfB Stuttgart had planned on offering the striker a new contract with an improved salary after the September 1 deadline. FC Bayern themselves were prepared to be patient and try again for the player in 2026. However, Newcastle’s need for an Alexander Isak successor has seen the Magpies act swiftly to secure the signature of one of Europe’s top attacking prospects. A blow and a big disappointment for FC Bayern!
Could Fermin Lopez sign for FC Bayern?
Fermin Lopez holds an award shaped like a star.
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❌ It is NOT TRUE: Bayern are leading the Race for Fermin Lopez. For a long time, Chelsea were considered the hottest prospect for Xavi Simons. Xavi and his advisor, Ali Barat, who has excellent connections in England, had also reached an agreement with the club. However, the Blues have now set their sights on Fermín López (22) from FC Barcelona and have made the club a £50m offer. Bayern are also interested in López, but they can’t buy him because of he decision of the supervisory board. According to our information, Xavi has been in London on Wednesday and Thursday, with the permission of RB Leipzig. Leipzig coach Ole Werner has confirmed: ‘He has been sent there for contract talks and can discuss matters with clubs. But he is still under contract with us.’ The club must sell players before Monday’s deadline. The top priority is the sale of Simons, who is set to join Tottenham and is currently not training with the team. RB has not yet received an official written offer. So far, only verbal figures in the region of €65m [£56.1m] have been exchanged between the club and Tottenham in exploratory talks.