Real Madrid eyes Michael Olise as France’s world cup squad takes shape

As the French national team prepares to depart for its training base in Boston ahead of the 2026 World Cup (June 11 to July 19), whispers from Madrid suggest Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez is quietly exploring the possibility of signing Michael Olise. Despite Bayern Munich’s apparent reluctance—dubbed a “non-selling club” by its leadership—insiders speculate the allure of a star-studded French contingent at the club may tip the scales.

Speculation intensified over the weekend after reports emerged of a potential €150 million bid from the Merengues this summer to secure Olise’s signature. Bayern Munich CEO Herbert Hainer swiftly responded, reaffirming the club’s stance: « Michael Olise is a Bayern Munich player under long-term contract. We are not a club that sells players. If Florentino Pérez wishes to make an offer—which, as of now, he has not done—he can spare himself the trouble. »

Real Madrid’s bold move could unsettle Olise, despite Bayern’s resistance

While Hainer’s declaration may appear definitive, the sheer prestige of Real Madrid’s offer cannot be dismissed lightly. Football analyst Hugo Guillemet weighed in on the situation, suggesting the move, though politically motivated, carries weight. « Florentino Pérez’s timing is calculated, yet the gesture is far from inconsequential. In the current state of the club, with Pérez’s grand ambitions following two underwhelming seasons, dangling €150 million for Olise may not rattle Bayern, but it could certainly make the player pause. After all, it remains Real Madrid. »

French stars at Real Madrid may sway Olise’s decision

Beyond financial allure, the prospect of joining forces with fellow French internationals at the Bernabéu could prove irresistible. Kylian Mbappé and Aurélien Tchouaméni, both staples of the French squad, have already established themselves in Madrid. Analysts suggest these locker-room connections could play a pivotal role. « The World Cup will bring these players together for weeks. Conversations will flow, and ideas will take root. A seed could be planted in Olise’s mind, turning a transfer saga into a full-blown drama. »