‘One to watch’ – Lewis Steele namechecks £51m magician as a potential Liverpool signing in 2026
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Liverpool's 2026 transfer plans include targeting Michael Olise, the French winger currently at Bayern Munich. Having signed Olise in 2024 for around £50 million, Bayern Munich regard him as a key player with a contract running until 2029, making any transfer a challenging negotiation for interested clubs.
Recent insider reports confirm Liverpool's strong interest in Olise, alongside Premier League rival Manchester City and Ligue 1 champions Paris Saint-Germain (PSG). Bayern Munich have no release clause in Olise's contract, signaling their reluctance to sell despite the apparent interest from these top clubs.
Olise, formerly of Crystal Palace, has impressed in his first season in the Bundesliga, with notable praise from Bayern legend Thomas Müller predicting him as a future leader at the club. Liverpool's acquisition approach for Olise is viewed as a long-term one, aligning with their 2026 transfer window strategy rather than immediate reinforcement.
The strategy follows Liverpool's recent securing of Mohamed Salah on a new contract until 2027, thus alleviating immediate pressure to replace the team's top scorer and allowing a more measured approach to player recruitment.
Market valuations estimate Olise’s worth to be at least £86 million, with some opinions suggesting a figure surpassing £100 million, given the competitive interest and Bayern’s valuation benchmarks. Newcastle United previously made an effort to acquire Olise but lost out to Bayern, illustrating the fierce competition in securing his signature.
Overall, Liverpool's eye on Michael Olise forms part of a carefully considered transfer plan targeting emerging talents for future squad strengthening ahead of 2026.
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