Olise had been strongly linked with Real Madrid as their marquee signing this season, thanks to his standout performances and the chemistry he displayed with Kylian Mbappe at the FIFA World Cup. Reports suggested he had told teammates of his desire to join Real Madrid, which lent some credibility to the possibility of a transfer. However, the transfer landscape shifted quickly when Real Madrid entered the race for Diomande, effectively ending the Olise rumor for now.
Preserving relationships with Bayern Munich has been a clear priority for Real Madrid. Florentino Pérez has cultivated a positive rapport with Bayern over the years and does not want one transfer to strain that bond. As a result, Real Madrid has made it clear they do not want to damage ties with Bayern over Olise, and the clubs’ ongoing relationship means Olise’s departure would likely depend on Bayern’s willingness to sell.
At present, Olise to Real Madrid is not anticipated to happen this summer. Any future talks would require a significant shift in Bayern Munich’s stance, and Real Madrid would be ready to engage if and when Bayern signals a potential departure.
Meanwhile, Real Madrid remain committed to strengthening the squad for the next season and are reported to be pursuing Diomande as a reinforcement on the right wing. The Diomande negotiations are described as progressing toward a timely conclusion, with many in the club hopeful that the deal can be finalized soon.
For fans tracking transfer developments, the Olise situation emphasizes the importance of club relationships and timing in big moves. While Perez clearly admires Olise and would be inclined to pursue him under different circumstances, the current priority and the need to honor existing club ties have kept Olise off Real Madrid’s immediate agenda. The club’s leadership will continue monitoring Olise’s situation while actively pursuing other targets that fit the team’s strategy for next season.
