Michael Olise

Michael Olise (born June 12, 2001) is a French professional soccer midfielder who currently stars for Bayern Munich in the Bundesliga. A product of Arsenal’s academy, Olise moved to Celtic in 2019, where he helped the club capture the 2020‑21 Scottish Cup and earned a reputation as a creative winger with precise set‑piece delivery. In 2021 he transferred to Crystal Palace, breaking into the Premier League and earning a call‑up to France’s U21 side before Bayern secured his services in the summer of 2023. At Bayern, Olise has become a versatile option on both flanks, praised for his vision, dribbling, and ability to unlock tight defenses. He debuted in the 2023‑24 season and quickly logged over 30 Bundesliga appearances, contributing goals and assists that helped the club clinch the 2024 league title. Off the pitch, Olise is known for his charitable work, notably participating in Bayern’s recent campaign to raise awareness for leukemia after teammate Dinkçi’s diagnosis. Olise continues to develop under manager Thomas Tuchel, aiming to cement a regular starting role and add to Bayern’s domestic and European ambitions. His blend of technical skill and youthful energy makes him one of the most exciting French talents in German football today.

In the 2025‑26 Bundesliga campaign, Michael Olise has featured in 27 matches, tallying 5 goals and 7 assists as Bayern Munich sits second in the table, just two points behind leaders Borussia Dortmund. His recent form includes a decisive brace against Werder Bremen that secured a 3‑2 victory and a standout performance in the Champions League group stage, where he supplied the winning cross against RB Leipzig. Off the field, Olise joined Bayern’s charity drive on May 4, 2026, helping mobilize fans to support leukemia research following teammate Dinkçi’s diagnosis, underscoring his growing role as a community leader.