BREAKING NEWS: coming live from Fabrizio Romano, 🚨 JUST IN, Liverpool is reportedly in negotiations with crystal sensational Michael Olise. The Nigerian born France international is seen as one of the most promising young players in world football, and Liverpool is keen to make him his first signing of the summer. Olise, who is still only 23 years old, has been in sensational form this season. Liverpool have emerged as shock favourites to sign Michael Olise, according to Fabrizio.
Liverpool’s interest in securing the talents of Crystal Palace sensation Michael Olise has been widely reported, with the midfielder also attracting attention from several other clubs. Journalist Ben Jacobs recently discussed Liverpool’s potential to acquire Olise’s signature with Footballwave.
Concerns have arisen regarding the future of Mohamed Salah in recent transfer windows, as certain clubs in Saudi Arabia have expressed strong interest in acquiring the Egyptian forward. Given the potentially lucrative financial offers awaiting Salah, Liverpool must contemplate the prospect of parting ways with their key player and devising strategies for a future without the former Roma star.
For Liverpool supporters, envisioning life without Salah is undoubtedly daunting. However, regardless of whether Salah opts for a move to the Middle East, there will inevitably come a time when he departs. In this context, Olise emerges as a potential ideal replacement. While acknowledging that Olise may not currently possess Salah’s level of prowess, he could potentially fill the void as the left-footed right-sided winger that Jurgen Klopp’s team requires.
Olise’s impressive performances for Crystal Palace have caught the attention of various Premier League clubs, prompting interest in luring him away from Selhurst Park. Chelsea was among those eager to secure his services in the summer transfer window and even activated his £35 million release clause. However, the French midfielder ultimately chose to extend his stay at Palace by signing a new contract.
According to reports from Footballwave, Liverpool is closely monitoring Olise’s development with an eye toward a potential move, whether in the January window or the upcoming summer. Extracting Olise from Roy Hodgson’s side during the current window presents a formidable challenge due to his significance to the team. However, a transfer at the end of the season remains a distinct possibility. This is because the 22-year-old reportedly has another release clause in his contract, as revealed by the Evening Standard. Although this new release clause is significantly higher than the previous one (£35 million), it becomes active in the summer, opening the door for potential suitors.
Liverpool is expected to face stiff competition for Olise’s signature, with reports indicating that Sir Jim Ratcliffe is eager to make the former Reading star his inaugural signing for Manchester United. However, a move during the summer transfer window seems more plausible for the Red Devils, as a switch in the current window has been ruled out.
