Mbappé: "It would have been disrespectful to advise Olise to

According to Soccernews.

Context

Michael Olise has proven to be one of the most promising talents in European football, with outstanding performances both in the Bundesliga and internationally. His ability to contribute in attack and his versatility make him an interesting target for teams looking for a new midfielder. With Bayern Munich having already invested in Olise, his stay could be crucial for the club's future in the Bundesliga.

Why it matters

Kylian Mbappé's statements regarding Michael Olise highlight the importance of respect between teammates and awareness of the dynamics of the transfer market. Olise has had an extraordinary season with Bayern Munich, contributing significantly to the club's success in the Bundesliga and DFB-Pokal, making him a coveted target in the summer transfer market. His performance positioned him among the best players in the Bundesliga, attracting the attention of top-flight clubs such as Real Madrid.

Key points

  • Mbappé: "It would have been disrespectful to advise Olise to.
  • Kylian Mbappé considered it disrespectful to advise Michael Olise to leave Bayern Munich to join Real Madrid.
  • Mbappe: 'Disrespectful' to advise Olise to join Real Madrid this summer.

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Kylian Mbappé has said it would be "disrespectful" to advise international teammate Michael Olise to join him at Real Madrid this summer. Olise has been at the center of speculation after an extraordinary second season with Bayern Munich, which saw him contribute to the club's success in the Bundesliga and DFB-Pokal. He finished the Bundesliga season with 34 goal contributions (15 goals and 19 assists), a new record for an attacking winger since the start of Opta data collection in the German top flight (2004–05). Only Harry Kane (41) has contributed to more Bundesliga goals than Olise, who has also scored 5 goals and provided 7 assists in 13 Champions League matches. Florentino Perez had promised to spend huge sums on a "Galactico" player after winning Real Madrid's presidential election, but the club later denied having made a bid for the highly sought-after Olise. The player continued his excellent form in the World Cup, becoming the first player to record seven assists in a single edition of the competition (from 1966 to today). Across Europe, in the top five leagues across all competitions, only the two Barcelona players Raphinha (17) and Lamine Yamal (14) did better than Olise (11, with 8 goals and 3 assists).
"I was aware of the transfer rumors," Mbappé said. "But I knew the situation well. When I was a PSG player, there were countless rumors.
"And I feel it would have been disrespectful to advise a player to make a certain transfer. This would have been unfair to Bayern, especially since Bayern is a big club where Michael can achieve a lot.
"One thing is certain, though: every club in the world would like to have Michael Olise in their team. He is an extraordinary player." Olise's outstanding performances in the 2025-26 season led him to win the Bundesliga Player of the Year award. Mbappé received much criticism for failing to win a major trophy after joining Real Madrid in 2024, while José Mourinho returned to take charge of the club this summer with the aim of improving the team's fortunes. The 27-year-old has so far scored 8 goals and 2 assists in 8 competitive matches and believes Mourinho is the right man to bring Real Madrid back to success.
"José Mourinho is extremely intelligent," added Mbappé. "That's why he managed to achieve great success in his career.
"He is very close to us players, he really cares about us. He's a leader, he knows exactly how to get the best out of us." Mbappé is preparing to return to the French national team for the first time since the defeat against England in the third place match at the World Cup, when they face Turkey in the first Nations League match on Friday. With two goals and an assist against England, Mbappé now has the record for the most goal contributions in a single World Cup (14, 10 goals and 4 assists), while no player has scored more goals from him at the World Cup (22 in total). Mbappé was asked if he intended to follow in the footsteps of Cristiano Ronaldo, who played until the age of 41, wearing the shirt of his national team. He replied that he did not see such a future for himself.
"We have to be completely honest, considering the country I play for: France would never allow me to play until I was 41," Mbappé said. "Cristiano shows that if you are physically and mentally fit, you can play at a high level for a long time. In my case, however, I don't see that happening."

What happens now

With speculation surrounding Olise's future, Bayern Munich are likely to look to retain the young talent during the upcoming summer transfer window. His continued growth and development as a player makes him a valuable asset for the German club. Furthermore, Real Madrid could remain interested in Olise, especially if they decide to invest in a new high-profile midfielder to strengthen their squad.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is involved in this situation?

Kylian Mbappé and Michael Olise are the main players involved, with Harry Kane mentioned.

Where does Michael Olise come from?

Michael Olise ha giocato per il Bayern Monaco.

Perché Michael Olise non si è unito al Real Madrid?

Il Real Madrid ha smentito di aver fatto un'offerta per Olise, nonostante le speculazioni.

Quando è prevista l'ufficializzazione del trasferimento di Olise?

Non ci sono informazioni su un trasferimento ufficiale di Olise al Real Madrid.

Qual è il ruolo di Michael Olise nel Bayern Monaco?

Olise ha avuto un ruolo significativo, contribuendo con 34 gol nella stagione di Bundesliga.

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