Liverpool are reportedly ready to break the bank once again, this time for Bayern Munich star Michael Olise. Notably, the Premier League champions are looking to find a long-term successor to Mohamed Salah. Despite spending £446m in the summer transfer window, Liverpool have suffered three consecutive defeats against Chelsea, Galatasaray and Crystal Palace. It was the most ever spent by a Premier League club in a single window.
According to Fichajes, the Reds are now preparing a record-breaking €150 million (£130.6m) offer for the French winger Michael Olise in the summer of 2026. That figure would surpass the British transfer record they set with the £125 million signing of Alexander Isak. The move shows Liverpool’s desire to refresh their attacking line, even after spending close to £200 million on new forwards last summer.
Hugo Ekitike has been the more impactful of the two new additions, scoring five goals and assisting once this season. Meanwhile, Mohamed Salah’s advancing age and expected exit in 2027 have accelerated Liverpool’s search for a future star. Olise, with five goals and six assists already this season for Bayern Munich, has emerged as Liverpool’s top target.
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However, the pursuit won’t come easy. Michael Olise left Crystal Palace for £50.7 million to join Bayern Munich in 2024. The 23-year-old has flourished in Germany, racking up 25 goals and 29 assists in 64 appearances. His performances have not only made him indispensable to Vincent Kompany’s side but also caught the attention of Paris Saint-Germain, who are reportedly preparing their own bid.
Bayern, however, are determined to keep their star winger. Reports suggest the Bundesliga champions are planning to extend Olise’s contract until 2031, alongside a lucrative salary increase to ward off interest from England and elsewhere. Olise’s current deal runs until 2029 and does not include a release clause, which could be a major hurdle for any suitor.
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For Liverpool, the price tag may seem steep, but the logic is clear. With Salah’s eventual departure looming and Arne Slot’s rebuild entering its next phase, Olise would be a pefect addition to Liverpool’s system. Whether Bayern are willing to entertain any offer remains to be seen, but one thing is certain. Liverpool’s ambition in the transfer market is showing no signs of slowing down.
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