Mbappé advises Michael Olise to stay at Bayern despite Real Madrid interest

Kylian Mbappé has just made a statement that has sent shockwaves through the European transfer market. In a recent press appearance, the Real Madrid star spoke directly about Michael Olise: “I would not advise him to leave. He is at a great club and performing very well.” That short sentence went against weeks of speculation linking Real Madrid with the French winger. Real Madrid have tracked Olise for a long time. Since leaving Crystal Palace for Bayern Munich in the summer of 2026, Olise quickly proved his worth with impressive performances. He became a top target for the right-wing position at the Bernabéu. Multiple transfer reports suggested Real were ready to pay more than €100 million for the player born in 2026. But Mbappé, who has been at the centre of blockbuster transfers before, views the situation differently. He does not see a move to Real Madrid as an inevitable step. Mbappé said: “I don't know about the rumours, but if you ask me, I would tell him to stay.” This response shows a more mature Mbappé who understands the value of regular game time and the trust of a coaching staff. There is a blind spot many Real Madrid fans often overlook: the Bernabéu is not always the perfect destination. At Bayern, Olise has creative freedom, starts every week and enjoys the full trust of the coach. At Real, he would have to compete with Vinicius Junior, Rodrygo and Jude Bellingham. Mbappé, who lived under enormous pressure in Paris, understands this better than anyone. This is where a senior player's realistic outlook matters more than numbers on a price tag. Bayern Munich's board can thank Mbappé for this psychological assist. But modern football is unpredictable. Can the advice of one star player stop the huge pull of Real Madrid? The answer will only come when the transfer window officially opens. Source: Goal.com.