Lothar Matthaus has dismissed speculation linking Michael Olise with a move to Real Madrid, insisting the France winger will remain at Bayern Munich this summer. The legendary Bayern captain expressed full confidence in the club's ability to retain their dynamic attacker, despite reports of a record-breaking offer from the Spanish giants.
Writing in his Sky Sport column, Matthaus referenced club president Uli Hoeness's previous public stance on the matter. "Bayern do not want to sell him," Matthaus stated firmly. "The club want to have success and have already made two very good transfers. I am convinced that the planning is not yet finished." The midfielder emphasized that Olise has a contract in Munich, placing Bayern in a commanding position to resist any external interest.
Exceptional Form Justifies Bayern's Stance
Olise's performances last season underpin Bayern's refusal to negotiate. The 22-year-old produced remarkable statistics across all competitions, making 57 appearances while contributing 25 goals and 28 assists to secure the Bundesliga title. His versatility proved invaluable, though Matthaus emphasized that Olise operates most effectively on the right wing rather than his preferred central number 10 role for France.
The winger's excellence extended to international football, where he delivered seven assists at the recent World Cup despite France's fourth-place finish. Matthaus highlighted this tournament performance as evidence of Olise's elite status among attacking midfielders globally. His technical ability, pressing intensity, and creative vision have made him central to Bayern's tactical blueprint moving forward.
Bayern's Ambitions for the Upcoming Season
Matthaus expressed optimism about Bayern's prospects, stating: "I think that Bayern Munich will have a team next season that is even stronger than the team of the past season." The club's recent transfer activity, combined with Olise's retention, positions them as serious contenders across domestic and European competitions. Pre-season training has begun without international players, a routine occurrence Matthaus views as inconsequential given Bayern's competitive depth.
Olise will rejoin his teammates following his well-earned break, aiming to build on a breakout campaign that has established him as one of Europe's most sought-after talents. Bayern's unwavering commitment to keeping him suggests an ambitious window ahead.
