„On the way to the Ballon d’Or“: Kahn honors Bayern star Olise | OneFootball

Michael Olise is playing an outstanding season at FC Bayern and is now also generating great enthusiasm among true club legends. Former CEO Oliver Kahn even sees the Frenchman on his way to the greatest individual award in world soccer

After his strong performances in recent weeks, particularly in the Champions League quarter-final against Real Madrid, the former Bayern keeper has clear words: „If you look at the performances of the last few weeks, Michael Olise is definitely on his way to the Ballon d’Or,“ explained Kahn in an interview with Sky

Olise convinces all along the line

The figures back up Kahn’s assessment impressively. In 43 competitive matches this season, Olise has scored 18 goals and provided a strong 29 assists, making the 24-year-old one of the most productive attacking players in Europe

His performances in the Champions League in particular have catapulted him into the international spotlight. Olise was named player of the round in the spectacular quarter-final victory against Real Madrid and became the match winner with his last-minute goal

Interesting fact: FC Bayern have another player in their squad who could play a role in the race for the Ballon d’Or in the shape of Harry Kane. The Englishman is also having a historic season and is one of the most prolific attackers in Europe

Nevertheless, no clear favorite for the prestigious award has yet emerged – a fact that opens up additional opportunities for players like Olise

From transfer coup to world star?

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It was only in the summer of 2024 that Olise moved from Crystal Palace to Munich for around 53 million euros. What was considered a promising transfer at the time is increasingly turning into a real stroke of luck

The Frenchman has not only integrated immediately in sporting terms, but has also become a central component of Bayern’s attacking play

Having reached the semi-finals of the Champions League against Paris Saint-Germain, Olise now has the perfect stage to further crown his strong season

If he confirms his form in the decisive games, Kahn’s prediction could come true sooner than many expect.