Liverpool’s Interest in Michael Olise Confirmed
Reliable reports from Germany have shed fresh light on speculation linking Michael Olise with a Premier League return. Christian Falk, the highly respected journalist from BILD, has offered clarity on the situation, particularly with regard to Liverpool’s supposed interest.
Olise’s Impact at Bayern Munich
Since moving from Crystal Palace to Bayern Munich, Olise has elevated his game to a remarkable level. In his debut season, the French winger produced 20 goals and 23 assists across 55 appearances, winning the accolade of Bayern’s Player of the Season. His output has placed him among Europe’s most influential attacking talents, prompting major clubs to consider future opportunities.
Despite rumours of an escape route via a release clause, Falk was direct in his rebuttal. “The rumors about an exit clause in Olise’s contract are NOT TRUE,” he confirmed. Bayern sporting director Christoph Freund has also refused to disclose any contractual details, maintaining a firm line on the club’s position.
Premier League Monitoring the Situation
What Falk did confirm is that Liverpool and Manchester City are indeed tracking Olise closely. “It is TRUE: Premier League clubs have Michael Olise on their radar. The Frenchman is currently in top form,” he wrote.
Interest is not restricted to England. Paris Saint-Germain are also said to be evaluating Olise, with Falk suggesting he would “fit perfectly into the Ligue 1 outfit’s philosophy”. In Germany, there is still surprise that the player was not retained in the Premier League when he left Crystal Palace. Newcastle United pushed hard but ultimately lost out to Bayern in the transfer battle.
Now, with Liverpool and City watching attentively, Olise’s next move is already a topic of debate, even though Bayern have no desire to sell. “Now, bigger clubs like Liverpool and Manchester City are also interested in Michael Olise. However, FC Bayern will not accept any offers,” Falk explained.
Valuation and Long-Term Future
Bayern are thought to value Olise at €100 million, a figure that underlines their determination to keep him. His current contract runs until 2029, giving the Bundesliga champions significant leverage in any potential negotiations. That does not deter admirers, and for Liverpool, this is more about long-term strategy than imminent action.
Olise may not be a realistic short-term target for Anfield, but his trajectory strongly suggests that he will find his way back to the Premier League. For now, Bayern’s stance leaves little room for manoeuvre, yet the noise around his future is unlikely to fade.
Our View – Anfield Index Analysis
From a Liverpool perspective, this report is both exciting and frustrating. Exciting, because Olise’s name has been mentioned in connection with the club and his numbers at Bayern are extraordinary. Frustrating, because the message from Germany is clear, Bayern have no interest in cashing in and his contract is watertight until 2029.
Arne Slot has already delivered a Premier League title in his first campaign, with Liverpool’s attack further strengthened by Florian Wirtz and Hugo Ekitike. On top of that, the club are edging closer to a record-breaking deal for Alexander Isak. In such a context, Olise would be seen as a luxury rather than a necessity. Yet supporters cannot help but dream about the Frenchman in red, particularly given the creative void left by the tragic loss of Diogo Jota earlier this summer.
For now, Liverpool’s recruitment is focused elsewhere, but Olise is precisely the type of player the club has historically monitored for the long term. Young, technically superb, versatile and proven in two top leagues already, he ticks every box for the Anfield recruitment team. If his Premier League return does happen, fans will be hoping Liverpool are at the front of the queue.
