Bayern Munich: Olise justifies the club’s investment to replace Sané
Michael Olise is already proving to be a game-changer for Bayern Munich. Signed to replace Leroy Sané, who joined Galatasaray, the 21-year-old French winger is delivering on the pitch and showing exactly why the club invested a colossal 55 million euros (R$337 million) to bring him in.
Bright Start in the Club World Cup
Olise has been one of the standout performers for Bayern at the 2025 Club World Cup, already scoring three goals and providing two assists in just two matches.
Auckland City (10–0):
- 2 goals
- 2 assists
- 45 minutes played
- 85% pass accuracy
- 3 key passes
- 1 big chance created
- Rated 10.0 by Sofascore
Boca Juniors (2–1):
- Played the full 90 minutes
- Contributed with constant width and ball progression
Olise’s explosive pace and creative spark have added a new dimension to Bayern’s right wing an area that lacked consistency in the latter part of last season.
Replacing Leroy Sané — and Outshining
Following the departure of Leroy Sané to Galatasaray, Bayern needed someone to take over the right-wing mantle. Olise has stepped up and arguably, has outperformed his predecessor in both productivity and consistency.
While Sané struggled with injuries and inconsistent form, Olise has played 52 matches this season, scoring 20 goals and delivering 20 assists across competitions. These numbers clearly validate his place in Vincent Kompany’s starting XI.
From Crystal Palace to the Allianz Arena
Olise arrived in Munich after a solid stint at Crystal Palace, where he developed through the ranks from the U-23s to become a Premier League regular. Though highly rated in England, his transfer to Bayern has elevated him to the next level, as he now competes on the global stage.
Investment Paying Off
Bayern paid around €55 million (R$337 million) for Olise a bold move at the time, but one that is quickly proving wise. The club’s decision to rejuvenate the squad with young, high-potential talent like Olise and Jamal Musiala is starting to pay dividends.
With Kingsley Coman and Serge Gnabry facing ongoing fitness issues, and Sané gone, Olise is the new focal point on the flanks.
