Bayern Munich 's visit to the Santiago Bernabéu stadium on Tuesday night left its mark. While the Bavarians made a strong statement by winning 2-1 in this first leg of the Champions League quarter-final, it was one man in particular who captivated the crowd: Michael Olise .

The executioner of the Casa Blanca

Deployed on the right wing, the French international tormented the Madrid defense. Omnipresent throughout, he capped his performance with a pinpoint assist for Harry Kane immediately after the restart (46th minute). A superb display that finally convinced the Real Madrid decision-makers, who were watching from the stands.

According to journalist Christian Falk ( Bild ), president Florentino Pérez is reportedly "crazy" about the former Crystal Palace prodigy. What was previously just another rumor now seems to have become an absolute priority for the 2026 summer transfer window.

A historic offer is in preparation

Breaking with its recent strategy of low-cost recruitment or signings of free agents, Real Madrid is reportedly preparing to break the bank. The Merengue club is said to be preparing a monumental offer:

1. Estimated amount: Between 160 and 165 million euros.
2. Market value: Estimated at €140 million by Transfermarkt .
3. Season statistics: 16 goals and 29 assists in 41 games.

At just 24 years old, Olise embodies the perfect profile for the new galactic era that Madrid wants to perpetuate.

Bayern Munich: An insurmountable wall?

Despite Real Madrid's financial might, the situation looks complex. Michael Olise is under contract with Bayern until 2029 and, crucially, his contract does not contain a release clause .

"Michael knows what he has at FC Bayern. We are calm," insisted Jan-Christian Dreesen, the CEO of the German club.

The same sentiment was echoed by Uli Hoeness, who had already dismissed a potential €200 million offer from Liverpool. For Bayern, the Frenchman is simply not for sale . The duel between the two European giants is therefore only just beginning, this time behind the scenes.