Bayern Munich stars are privately discussing their concern that Liverpool could sign Michael Olise to replace Mohamed Salah this summer, according to reliable journalist Christian Falk.
The Reds announced this week that the legendary Egyptian winger will depart Anfield after nine years this summer, leaving on a free transfer despite having one year remaining on his contract that he signed last season.
Reports have now emerged that the Merseysiders are working overtime to find his replacement ahead of the summer transfer window opening, with former Crystal Palace star Olise reportedly the dream target for club chiefs.
Bayern Players Concerned Olise Could Join Liverpool
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Olise, who has been linked with a record-breaking move to Anfield, is someone that Bayern are adamant they don't want to lose. However, they are aware that money talks, and Liverpool could have the funds to make them an offer they cannot refuse.
That possibility has now emerged as a talking point in the Bayern dressing room, according to BILD journalist Christian Falk, who revealed that the players are concerned that the France international could be on the move.
“In England, since you already mentioned the finances, it’s well known that if someone really wants a player, money is usually the last thing standing in the way," he said.
“Yes, Bayern are aware of this. We even know that it’s already a topic in the Bayern players’ locker room.
“They obviously don’t want to lose Olise. They want to build something big here. And the players are concerned about it too.”
Liverpool Could Make Statement Deal for Olise
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Liverpool had a crazy summer window last year, spending £450m to bring in the Florian Wirtz, Alexander Isak, Hugo Ekitike, Jeremie Frimpong and Milos Kerkez, but their campaign hasn't lived up to expectations.
The club now face the prospect of missing out on Champions League football, as they sit in fifth-place just one point above Chelsea, but with Salah moving on, they need to make a statement to ensure they don't fall away again.
Olise would be that statement signing, and financially the club are in a position where they can make another splash to get their man, if they can convince him to make the move.
It's no surprise that Bayern players are worried, considering the financial power of the Premier League, and the fact that Olise has played there before, but it remains to be seen if it's a deal Liverpool can actually pull off.
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