Real Madrid intensify pursuit of top Galactico target, but PSG also enter race | OneFootball

As reported already, Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise has become Real Madrid’s dream signing this summer.

The French international impressed once again in his opening World Cup appearance, adding to the performances that had already caught the eye during Bayern Munich’s Champions League clashes with Real Madrid.

Although the club had been aware of his talent beforehand, it was his displays in the UCL that convinced many inside the Bernabeu that they were witnessing a player capable of becoming one of the game’s biggest stars, reports AS.

Since then, the admiration has only grown. With every appearance, Olise continues to enhance his reputation, reinforcing the belief within the club that he is the ideal figure to lead the next generation of Galacticos.

Contacts during the election campaign

Real Madrid’s presidential campaign temporarily slowed several operations, but it also reignited the club’s ambition to secure another global superstar.

The next Galactico? (Photo by Darrian Traynor/Getty Images)

According to the report, senior figures at the club made initial approaches during the campaign, laying the groundwork for future negotiations.

Those contacts kept hope alive and opened a line of communication around a player viewed by many in football as a genuine Galactico.

While Bayern Munich have remained firm in their stance, Real Madrid’s interest has never faded. If anything, the Merengues have only intensified their pursuit of the former Crystal Palace attacker.

The Bundesliga champions continue to insist that Olise is not for sale, but they are aware that the situation could become more complicated if the player himself decides he wants to move to Spain.

Real Madrid remain committed to trying to sign the player who has arguably made the biggest impact on world football over the past year.

Bayern, as they have done on numerous occasions, continue to resist selling their stars, but they also understand the realities of the market.

Bayern insist Olise is not for sale. (Photo by Dean Mouhtaropoulos/Getty Images)

Inside Germany, there are suggestions that if Olise eventually pushes for a move, Bayern would be prepared to negotiate and could even seek a fee that surpasses the €222 million Paris Saint-Germain paid for Neymar in 2017.

PSG also interested

PSG are considered Real Madrid’s biggest rivals in the race for the Frenchman. However, the strong relationship between the clubs involved means there is no expectation of a prolonged bidding war.

Should one side gain a decisive advantage, the other is expected to step aside and allow negotiations with Bayern to proceed.

Relations between Real Madrid and Bayern have traditionally been respectful, and those at Valdebebas are keen to maintain that spirit, even in what could become one of the most expensive transfer sagas in football history.

For now, Bayern’s message remains unchanged: Olise is not for sale. But ultimately, the next chapter may depend on the player himself.