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Liverpool has received a new update on the future of Bayern Munich's star player, Michael Olise.
The Reds have previously shown interest in the former Premier League star, with rumors surfacing during the summer transfer window. It was a bustling summer for Liverpool, with eight fresh faces joining Arne Slot's squad.
The Reds splashed out around $600 million on new recruits, while also approving the departures of key players such as Darwin Nunez, Luis Diaz, Jarell Quansah, and Caoimhin Kelleher. As the transfer window drew to a close, Liverpool was linked with a move for Olise, and these whispers have not faded, despite the New Year being over three months away.
Now, a new development suggests that the Reds might still be in the race to sign Olise. Bundesliga expert Christian Falk has revealed in his CF Bayern Insider column that Liverpool is "watching" Olise.
It's claimed Manchester City is also showing interest in the former Crystal Palace star.
There are indications that Bayern is keen to secure Olise with a new contract to ward off attention from rival clubs.
The price tag Bayern would set for Olise remains unknown, but it's been hinted that a bid around €100 million ($117.2 million) could prompt the Bundesliga team to make a decision.
Olise has netted four goals and provided an equal number of assists for Bayern in his first eight appearances this season.
Overall, Olise has scored 15 goals and provided 21 assists in 39 Bundesliga games since joining Bayern during the summer of 2024.
The London-born star played youth football for Arsenal, Chelsea, and Manchester City before graduating from Reading's academy.
After being named the Championship Young Player of the Season in 2021, he joined Crystal Palace and spent three years with the London club.
While at Palace, Olise scored 14 goals and provided 22 assists in 82 Premier League games.
His final season in England's top division was his best, producing 16 goal contributions to earn a move to Germany.
Liverpool will have to bide its time until January to bolster its squad with any additional new signings.
Reports suggest that a new center-back is a priority for the Reds, particularly in light of Giovanni Leoni's injury.
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