Bayern Munich Sign Michael Olise
French Winger Joins Bundesliga Champions
Olise to Play in Germany After Crystal Palace Exit
Bayern Munich have completed the signing of French winger Michael Olise from Crystal Palace, the Bundesliga club announced on Tuesday. Olise, 22, has signed a five-year contract with Bayern and will join the club in the summer. He is a left-footed attacker who has predominantly played as a right winger with some game time as a number 10. Olise has been capped by France at youth level and was part of the team that won the UEFA European Under-19 Championship in 2019. He made his senior debut for Crystal Palace in 2020 and has gone on to make 84 appearances for the club, scoring 12 goals and providing 13 assists. Olise is a talented and versatile player who is comfortable playing on either flank or behind the striker. He is a good dribbler and passer, and he has a knack for creating chances for his teammates. Bayern Munich sporting director Hasan Salihamidzic said: "Michael Olise is a very talented player with great potential. He is a young player who has already shown his quality in the Premier League. We are convinced that he can be a valuable addition to our team." Olise said: "I am very happy to join Bayern Munich. This is a great club with a great history. I am looking forward to playing with some of the best players in the world and winning trophies."
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