Bayern Munich wants to secure French winger Michael Olise to fend off interest from Real Madrid, according to reports from Sky Germany. The proposed deal would elevate Olise’s current salary of roughly 14 million euros to an annual figure approaching 30 million euros, surpassing top earners Harry Kane and Jamal Musiala.
Contract Terms and Financial Scope in Munich
Olise’s current agreement runs through 2029, but club officials want to extend his stay by another three years. SPORT reported that the financial package would place the French international ahead of teammates Kane and Musiala, whose salaries sit around 25 million euros per year. This substantial pay raise reflects Olise’s escalating stature since arriving in Bavaria during the summer of 2024 from Crystal Palace for a reported fee of 53 million euros.
Meanwhile, teammate Jamal Musiala experienced a valuation drop following injury struggles, leaving Olise as the standout high-value asset in the German top flight. Transfermarkt updated the values of the Bundesliga, highlighting Michael Olise as a firm candidate to win the 2026 Ballon d’Or as he closed in on 200 million euros after rising 10 million euros to reach 180 million euros. Aside from Musiala, the most devalued player at Bayern was Sacha Boey, who dropped to seven million euros. Other notable market movements in the league included Borussia Dortmund midfielder Felix Nmecha, who increased by 10 million euros to reach 65 million euros, and Bayer Leverkusen right-back Guéla Doué—the brother of Désiré Doué and a Ivory Coast international acquired in the summer for 30 million euros—whose value also increased by 10 million euros to hit 30 million euros.
Real Madrid Pursuit and the 200 Million Valuation
While the Spanish outlet notes that a potential approach could require an investment near 200 million euros to alter Bayern’s stance, club director Max Eberl emphasized the German club’s firm position. Speaking to DAZN and cited by Marca, Eberl stated that the club’s desire is to keep Olise in Munich long-term, though he acknowledged that formal talks regarding an extension have not yet materialized. Eberl added: Para ser sincero, aún no ha habido ninguna conversación,
and described him as un jugador de clase mundial que aún no ha alcanzado todo su potencia.
Bayern Munich executive Karl-Heinz Rummenigge added context regarding the player’s standing within the club, telling the Abendzeitung that Olise’s current contract runs securely through 2029 and praising his maturity compared to peers like Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal. Rummenigge also defended Olise against recent media criticism concerning his limited media appearances, noting that no contractual obligation forces the winger to conduct extensive interviews.
Negotiation Hurdles and Release Clause Demands
Despite the lucrative financial terms prepared by Bayern, negotiations face a potential roadblock regarding contract structure. SPORT reported that Olise’s representative, Glen Tweneboah, favors including a release clause—similar to the mechanism that facilitated his departure from Crystal Palace—while club management historically resists such exit formulas. Discussions reportedly weigh a release threshold exceeding 200 million euros to match the player’s soaring market valuation.
Before finalizing terms with Olise, Bayern Munich’s sporting leadership intends to conclude Harry Kane’s renewal talks. Club directors aim to resolve the winger’s long-term future proactively to prevent speculation from mounting as successive transfer windows approach.
