Bayern chief Eberl rules out Real Madrid contact for Olise: 'No release clause'

Michael Olise is staying at Bayern Munich. Club sporting director Max Eberl has emphatically dismissed the rumors that linked the French winger with Real Madrid last summer, insisting that neither the player nor his camp ever looked for a way out of the German champions.

Eberl responds to Olise and Real Madrid transfer rumors

In a wide-ranging interview with Sport Bild, Eberl was asked directly about any supposed contact over a transfer. His answer left no room for interpretation. "Not a single time," he said, denying any approach from the player or his representatives to explore a move to the Spanish giants.

The German executive used a personal anecdote to underline how calmly Bayern handled the situation. He revealed that during the Club World Cup he received a WhatsApp message from Olise and that, for a split second, he thought it might be a conversation about the player's future.

Afterwards I asked him if he wanted to wear the number 11 next season, but he preferred to keep the 17. That was my contact with Michael.

What the France international actually sent was a photo of himself with Manu Koné, accompanied by a heart emoji. For Eberl, it was a small detail that speaks volumes about the relationship and the calm surrounding one of the club's biggest stars.

A player who fits exactly what Bayern want

Beyond the transfer market, the sporting director was full of praise for Olise's personality. He believes the forward represents exactly the kind of player Bayern want in their project. To back up his point, he recalled a viral video showing the Frenchman playing football in New York wearing only socks.

That image, far from being a minor detail, sums up the essence of the footballer for Eberl. A player who lives the game with passion and without artifice, and who aligns with the philosophy of a club that has historically valued both performance and commitment to its colors.

No release clause and no need to sell

When asked about the possibility of a huge offer arriving, Eberl was even clearer. "If you want to win the Champions League, that question doesn't arise," he said, shutting the door on any future negotiation for the winger.

He also highlighted one of Bayern's great strengths: the financial stability that allows them to keep their stars without being pressured by the market. "We don't have to be tempted by any amount of money," he stated.

Olise is under contract until 2029, and Eberl confirmed a key detail to deter any suitor: there is no release clause in his deal. Any club hoping to sign him would have to sit down with Bayern from a position of clear disadvantage.

A possible contract extension on the horizon

Eberl did acknowledge that a possible extension of the Frenchman's contract will be discussed at some point, though he made clear there is no rush. The priority right now is for Olise to keep performing at the level that has made him one of the squad's most decisive players.

However, the sporting director did mark a date on the calendar. By next summer, the club expects to have clarity on whether the player is leaning towards a renewal. A reasonable timeframe to assess the situation without it becoming a distraction.

What keeping Olise means for Bayern

• It guarantees the continuity of one of the team's most dangerous attacking threats.
• It reinforces the strategy of a club that competes for titles without relying on sales to balance the books.
• It sends a message to Europe's elite: Bayern are not prepared to negotiate for their stars.
• It consolidates a young, ambitious project with Olise as an attacking reference until at least 2029.

I love how he is. He is someone who simply wants to play football. His attitude is: 'Football is my life.' And that is exactly what we are looking for.