Bayern Munich CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen has publicly dismissed reports linking winger Michael Olise with a move to Real Madrid, confirming the German giants have received no contact from the La Liga champions. The 24-year-old French international, who joined Bayern from Crystal Palace in July 2024, remains under a long-term contract in Munich running until 2029, with club chiefs under no pressure to negotiate his departure.
Dreesen shuts down Real Madrid speculation
Speaking to German media, Dreesen vehemently denied claims that the Spanish side have made approaches for Olise, whose stellar performances in the Bundesliga have attracted widespread interest. "We have received no letter, no fax and no call from Real Madrid," Dreesen stated, expressing his frustration at the persistent market rumours. "It’s astonishing what can end up being spread when you know yourself what the truth actually is."
Despite speculative reports in Spain suggesting a potential transfer, Bayern have established a firm stance on the player's future. Dreesen also played down any immediate plans to renegotiate Olise's contract, noting that "there is no reason to rush" given the years remaining on his current terms. "Michael has a contract until 2029, and therefore there is no reason to rush," Dreesen added, shutting down suggestions of urgent contract talks.
Squad context and valuation hurdles
The firm rebuttal from Bavaria underscores Bayern’s strong bargaining position under head coach Vincent Kompany. Olise has established himself as a vital component of the German club's attack since his €53 million transfer from Palace, making any mid-season or summer exit highly improbable without an astronomical fee. Speculative reports have floated valuation figures exceeding €200 million, a sum Dreesen dismissed as unrealistic chatter, stating he has not heard anyone inside the club suggest such a valuation dictates a sale. For Real Madrid, currently managed by José Mourinho, any concrete move for Olise would require restructuring an already star-studded forward line, making a winter approach highly unlikely.
