Bayern Munich dismiss Michael Olise exit talk as Real Madrid eye alternative target

Bayern Munich have issued a firm public declaration that Michael Olise will not be allowed to leave this summer, dealing a significant blow to Real Madrid’s hopes of signing the France international.

Sporting director Christoph Freund moved to close down growing speculation over the winger’s future after Bayern’s 2-1 friendly defeat against third-tier German side Wehen Wiesbaden.

Speaking in the mixed zone after the match, Freund made clear that the Bundesliga club have no intention of entertaining offers for the 22-year-old.

“This is not a problem for us at all,” Freund said. “We are happy about Michael’s return after his holiday. He will play an important role for us this season, just as he did last season.”

His remarks underline Bayern’s stance that Olise remains central to their plans and is not on the market during the current transfer window, despite mounting interest from the European champions.

The comments also come against a backdrop of reports in Spain and Germany of mutual interest between Olise and Real Madrid, with the Spanish club understood to have been monitoring his situation closely.

Real Madrid concerns grow

Bayern’s unequivocal position is understood to have caused some concern within Real Madrid, who had been hopeful of persuading the German side to part with the former Crystal Palace forward before the window closes.

The La Liga club had been exploring the possibility of adding Olise to their attacking options ahead of the new season, seeing him as a player capable of strengthening their wide areas.

With Bayern now publicly reinforcing their intention to keep the player, Real Madrid are reported to be reassessing their plans in the market.

Attention shifts to Yansane Diomande

According to reports, the Spanish champions have begun to focus on alternative targets and are now turning their attention towards Yansane Diomande of RB Leipzig.

The Ivory Coast international, who plays in the Bundesliga with the German club, has emerged as a leading candidate as Real Madrid look to bolster their squad before the new campaign.

Real Madrid are said to be examining the feasibility of a move for Diomande as they try to ensure sufficient depth and quality across their attacking and midfield options.

While no agreement has been reached and negotiations have not been detailed publicly, the shift in focus towards Diomande underlines the impact of Bayern’s firm stance on Olise’s future.

For now, Bayern are adamant that Olise will remain in Munich and continue in a key role, while Real Madrid appear increasingly likely to look elsewhere to strengthen before the season begins.