Real Madrid denies contact with Michael Olise amid summer transfer activity

Real Madrid issued an official communiqué stating that it has had no direct or indirect contact with Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise, his agents or his inner circle, and regretted the spread of unverified speculation. The club highlighted its "excellent institutional relationship" with Bayern and noted that any genuine interest would first be discussed between the two clubs.

The denial was prompted by widespread media reports suggesting a possible €200 million‑plus move for the 24‑year‑old French international, with some outlets portraying him as a potential new “Galactique”.

At the same time, newly‑appointed coach José Mourinho has taken a dominant role in Real Madrid's transfer strategy. He halted a reported €60 million sale of forward Gonzalo García, and is preparing a roster overhaul that could see up to five players—such as Fran García, Ferland Mendy, Álvaro Carreras, Eduardo Camavinga and Franco Mastantuono—departing this summer. Mourinho’s targets include a left‑back and a box‑to‑box midfielder, aiming to reinforce the squad immediately.

These moves are part of the club’s broader effort to reshape the squad after two seasons without major trophies, while maintaining strong diplomatic ties with Bayern Munich.