Bayern Munich's Transfer Speculation: Olise's Future Uncertain, Rashford Bid Expected Soon

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - JUNE 11: (EXCLUSIVE COVERAGE) Michael Olise #11 of France poses for a portrait during the official FIFA World Cup 2026 portrait session on June 11, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Amid ongoing speculation surrounding player transfers, Bayern Munich finds itself in a complex situation regarding Michael Olise. According to Kicker’s Georg Holzner, it seems that the club is not inclined to let go of the talented winger, who has a contract lasting until 2029. However, those close to Olise are struggling to decipher his future intentions, making it challenging to predict his next move.

Internally, Olise is known for his dedication to the sport, focusing primarily on his on-field performance. Yet, this focus makes it difficult for even his closest advisors to gauge his personal career aspirations. He appears to be solely concentrated on the World Cup, leaving many to wonder about his long-term plans. As Holzner noted, “with the shadow of a doubt, he’s a complex kid.”

In other Bayern news, reports suggest that a bid for Marcus Rashford from Manchester United could be on the horizon. TEAMtalk indicates that Bayern is preparing to make an offer of approximately €25 million (£21.5 million / $29 million) for the English forward, who had a successful loan spell at Barcelona last season. After scoring 14 goals and providing 14 assists, Rashford’s future remains uncertain, particularly with Barcelona hesitating to activate his purchase option.

As Bayern navigates its financial landscape, club president Herbert Hainer emphasized that despite having a healthy bank account, they have no intention of selling key players like Olise or Harry Kane. Hainer remarked that while Real Madrid may show interest in Olise, any potential offers will be firmly rejected. The club is focused on maintaining its core talent as it prepares for the upcoming seasons.