There’s been a lot of speculation regarding Michael Olise’s future at Crystal Palace leading up to the summer transfer window.
According to The Athletic’s David Ornstein, the winger might not necessarily depart Selhurst Park. Despite injury setbacks, the 22-year-old has been in excellent form recently, scoring four goals and providing two assists in his last five games, totaling 10 goals and five assists in 18 matches this season.
Chelsea attempted to sign him last summer, but he chose to extend his contract with Crystal Palace until 2027, which reportedly includes a release clause around £60m, attracting interest from various clubs. However, Ornstein notes that any potential deal is complex, and Olise’s departure from the Eagles this summer is not guaranteed.Manchester United’s pursuit of Michael Olise from Crystal Palace isn’t a certainty, according to insights from David Ornstein.
While there’s notable interest, including from Manchester United, concrete discussions or advancements between potential suitors and Crystal Palace haven’t emerged.
Ornstein notes that Olise is known to be deliberate in his decision-making and won’t depart unless it aligns with both his and Palace’s interests.
Despite a reported release clause around £60m, the process isn’t straightforward. Olise’s potential arrival at Man United could bolster their squad, particularly with the expected departure of Jadon Sancho and the struggles of players like Marcus Rashford and Antony.
However, whether a move to a “big six” Premier League club materializes remains uncertain, even though Olise has showcased his talent this season.It sounds like Michael Olise’s future at Crystal Palace is generating a lot of interest and speculation. Despite the potential for a move to a big club like Manchester United, it seems that any transfer would be complex and not guaranteed. Olise seems to be taking his time to weigh his options and ensure any move aligns with both his own interests and those of Crystal Palace.
