Olise emerges as Liverpool’s top target in post-Salah plan
Liverpool are reportedly preparing a monumental £150 million bid for Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise, as part of a long-term strategy to replace Mohamed Salah. The Frenchman, 23, has become one of Europe’s most electrifying attacking talents since moving to Germany, and the Reds view him as the ideal successor to their iconic No.11.
Salah’s future at Anfield remains uncertain beyond the current campaign. Despite extending his deal in 2024, the Egyptian forward is now 33 and expected to consider a new challenge next summer. With that in mind, Liverpool’s recruitment department, led by sporting director Richard Hughes, has been planning meticulously for a smooth transition in attack — and Olise sits at the top of that shortlist.
Bayern star shines in Bundesliga after stellar debut season
Olise’s form since joining Bayern Munich in 2024 has been nothing short of outstanding. Across 55 appearances in all competitions, he registered an astonishing 20 goals and 23 assists, earning recognition as the club’s Player of the Year. His blend of balance, creativity and confidence on the ball has drawn comparisons with past Bayern greats such as Arjen Robben and Franck Ribéry.
His versatility is a major draw for Liverpool. Comfortable on either wing or drifting centrally to dictate play, Olise offers the dynamism and flair that would align with Arne Slot’s evolving attacking system. Sources close to the club suggest that Slot values Olise’s ability to break lines and influence games in tight spaces — a hallmark of the kind of wide forward Liverpool want to build around post-Salah.
Fierce competition expected from Premier League rivals
Liverpool will not have a clear run at signing Olise. Chelsea and Manchester City are both monitoring the situation closely, with the latter particularly impressed by his tactical intelligence and work rate. Bayern, meanwhile, are determined to keep hold of their prized asset and are already negotiating a contract extension until 2031, which would include a substantial salary increase.
Nevertheless, Liverpool’s financial commitment could test Bayern’s resolve. Reports in Germany suggest the Merseyside club are prepared to go beyond €130 million, potentially breaking their transfer record by a considerable margin. The Anfield hierarchy views this as a strategic investment rather than a reactive purchase — one designed to secure the club’s attacking future for the next decade.
If successful, the move would symbolise Liverpool’s intent to remain competitive at the highest level of European football, even as key figures from the Jürgen Klopp era move on.
Salah era nearing its close as Liverpool look to the future
Few players have defined Liverpool’s modern success quite like Mohamed Salah. Since arriving in 2017, he has delivered consistent excellence, guiding the club to Premier League, Champions League and FA Cup triumphs. However, age and ambition may soon bring that era to a natural end.
Discussions within the club acknowledge that Salah’s potential departure would leave a significant void — both on and off the pitch. In Michael Olise, Liverpool see not only a replacement, but an opportunity to reshape their attack with a new identity: youthful, technically brilliant and geared for long-term success.
Should the deal materialise, Olise would become one of the most expensive players in Liverpool’s history and a central figure in Slot’s vision for a fluid, high-intensity front line. His arrival would mark the beginning of a new phase at Anfield — one built on continuity, evolution and the enduring belief that the club’s best days still lie ahead.
