Real Madrid issue official statement on alleged Michael Olise talks | OneFootball

Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise has been linked with a move to Real Madrid in recent weeks, with some reports even claiming the Spanish giants have already held talks over a potential transfer.

However, Real Madrid have now issued a statement categorically denying any contact with the France international or his representatives.

“In light of the information published in various media outlets regarding an alleged interest of our club in Bayern Munich player Michael Olise, Real Madrid C. F. wishes to clarify that it has not had any direct or indirect contact with the aforementioned footballer, his representatives, or individuals in his circle,” Real Madrid wrote in a statement.

"Real Madrid also wishes to highlight the excellent institutional relationship it maintains with Bayern Munich, with whom it shares a long history of mutual respect, collaboration, and admiration, and regrets the dissemination of speculations that do not correspond to reality.

“Both clubs have always maintained a relationship based on trust and mutual respect, which is reflected, among other aspects, in the shared conviction that any potential interest in a player belonging to the other club must be addressed first between the entities themselves, in accordance with the principles of institutional loyalty that have historically governed the relations between Bayern Munich and Real Madrid.”

Olise is under contract with Bayern Munich until 2029, but reports suggest the Bundesliga champions are keen to extend his deal until 2031.