In an intriguing development, Liverpool’s quest to line up a possible successor for the legendary Mohamed Salah has led them to Bayern Munich’s Michael Olise, who is reportedly at the top of their shopping list. The Merseyside giants, fresh from a record-breaking splurge in the summer transfer window, are now turning their attention to the highly-talented Bayern winger.
Liverpool made headlines earlier this year by dishing out nearly £400 million on new recruits, smashing the British transfer record not once but twice with the acquisitions of Florian Wirtz and Alexander Isak. Despite such high-profile additions, the Reds found themselves struggling prior to the international break, enduring three consecutive defeats on the road. However, with a squad brimming with quality, Arne Slot’s charges will undoubtedly be aiming to address any early woes and remain active in future transfer dealings.
While shoring up the backline and midfield ranks remains a priority, Liverpool also have a keen eye fixed on securing a winger who could fill the void left by Salah when the time comes. Although the Egyptian ace renewed his allegiance to Anfield until 2027, his less-than-explosive start to the current season has fueled speculation about long-term replacements.
Olise, once a Crystal Palace standout and now shining in the Bavarian outfit, has captured the Anfield outfit’s attention with five goals and six assists across his ten appearances this term. Nonetheless, Bayern Munich’s ambitions to prolong his stay have led to talk of a new contract to deter potential suitors.
Lewis Steele of The Daily Mail has described Olise as “one to watch” for Liverpool next summer, hinting at a tantalising prospect for eager Reds fans. Meanwhile, Spanish media have reported Bayern’s demands to the tune of a staggering €150 million (£130m), a sum even surpassing what Liverpool paid for Isak. The German champions are keen to secure Olise’s future with a long-term contract running until 2031, making any deal for the French star far from straightforward.
With Liverpool’s name firmly in the mix for Olise, the coming months promise to keep the rumour mill churning and fans on tenterhooks as they await further developments in this high-stakes transfer saga.
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