The bombshell is finally official: Mohamed Salah will leave Liverpool at the end of the season. But while the Anfield faithful are still mourning the departure of their “Egyptian King,” the club’s hierarchy isn’t sitting still. Reports out of Germany suggest that Michael Edwards and Richard Hughes have already identified their “dream” successor: Bayern Munich’s Michael Olise.
Since his £50m move from Crystal Palace in 2024, the 24-year-old Frenchman has evolved into arguably the most dangerous winger in Europe. Now, Liverpool are reportedly ready to “obliterate” the British transfer record to bring him back to the Premier League.
The €200m Statement of Intent
According to Bild, Liverpool are prepared to launch a staggering €200 million (£173m) bid to tempt Bayern to the negotiating table. This would shatter the £125m the Reds spent on Alexander Isak just last summer, proving that FSG is willing to go “all-in” to ensure the post-Salah era starts with a bang.
The attraction is obvious. Olise isn’t just a talent; he’s a statistical monster. In 39 appearances for Bayern this season, he has registered a mind-blowing 43 direct goal involvements (16 goals and 27 assists). His 8.2 average rating in the Bundesliga makes him the highest-performing winger in the league, even outshining veterans like Harry Kane in terms of creative output.
The “No Release Clause” Hurdle
While some sources, including Bayern Space, suggest that a complicated release clause might exist, Bayern Munich’s sporting director Max Eberl has been quick to pour cold water on the rumors.
“We’re not even thinking about transfer rumors,” Eberl told reporters yesterday. “Michael has a contract with us until 2029, with no release clause. He is an integral part of our future, and we are completely calm.”
Despite Bayern’s public “not for sale” stance, insiders suggest that contact has already been established between Liverpool and Olise’s representatives. The player is reportedly “happy” in Bavaria but is intrigued by the prospect of becoming the face of the new-look Liverpool attack under Arne Slot.
Why Olise?
Unlike other targets like Anthony Gordon or Yan Diomande, Olise is viewed as the “natural heir” to Salah’s throne. He possesses that rare combination of elite dribbling, vision, and a lethal left foot cutting in from the right wing. Having already proven he can handle the physical nature of the Premier League during his time at Palace, he represents a “plug-and-play” solution for a team that cannot afford a transition period.
