Liverpool and Europe’s biggest clubs could face a frenzied transfer battle for Michael Olise if Bayern Munich soften their position on the French winger this summer.
Journalist Fabrice Hawkins has provided an update on Olise’s situation, warning that any availability signal from Bayern would trigger an extraordinary scramble among the continent’s elite clubs.
Hawkins had previously reported on Liverpool’s interest in Olise as a potential successor to Mohamed Salah, and his latest update confirms that interest remains very much alive.
However, Bayern Munich have so far shown no willingness to negotiate, with the German club firmly insisting that the 24-year-old winger is not for sale.
“If Bayern Munich opened the door to Michael Olise, the bidding war would be insane,” Hawkins said, posting the update on X on June 10, 2026.
“As explained back in March, all the big clubs are interested. The Germans have been holding firm for several weeks now and are insisting that he’s not for sale,” he added.
Olise delivered a remarkable 2025/26 season, registering 22 goals and 25 assists in all competitions for Bayern Munich, cementing his status as one of the world’s most dangerous attacking players.
Real Madrid are among the clubs reportedly monitoring the situation, meaning Liverpool would face serious competition if Bayern ever did decide to cash in on their prized asset.
Olise’s contract at the Allianz Arena runs until 2029, which gives Bayern considerable leverage in any potential negotiations and makes a transfer this summer far from straightforward.
With the World Cup now underway, the France international has the opportunity to further raise his profile on the biggest stage in international football.
A standout tournament performance would only intensify the pressure on Bayern and increase the clamour from clubs eager to secure his signature before the new season begins.
Bayern’s resolve has remained firm despite weeks of external speculation, and they appear determined to retain one of the most sought-after players in world football heading into the new campaign.
For Liverpool, Olise represents a near-ideal profile given his elite statistics, his Champions League-level pedigree with Bayern, and his previous experience in the Premier League.
Whether Olise’s future lies in Munich or elsewhere ultimately depends on a decision Bayern Munich have so far shown very little intention of making.
