Bayern Munich dismiss Luis Diaz and Michael Olise exit talk as Real Madrid star wants to fight for place under Jose Mourinho - Euro Transfer News
By Ben McAleer
Published 28/07/2026 at 19:20 GMT+1
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Jan-Christian Dreesen has said that Bayern Munich would be "stupid" to cash in on Luis Diaz this summer, with the Bundesliga club's chief executive officer also quashing talk of Michael Olise exiting following his stunning FIFA World Cup campaign.
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Diaz was linked with a blockbuster switch to Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal on Tuesday. The Colombian winger moved to the Bundesliga champions last summer and was instrumental as they eased to a 35th top-flight title.
Diaz was, along with Olise, one of only two players to register double figures for both goals and assists in Germany's top tier last term as Bayern finished 16 points clear of second-placed Borussia Dortmund.
And Dreesen dismissed the idea of cashing in on the 29-year-old during the off-season.
"We would be stupid, wouldn't we? We have such a wonderful team, to be honest," the Bayern boss said at a press event in Munich on Tuesday.
The former Liverpool forward is not the only Bayern attacker to have been linked with a summer exit.
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Luis Diaz and Michael Olise celebrate.
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Real Madrid have recently been linked with a move for Olise, though they have since turned their attention to Yan Diomande.
Dreesen was asked about the France star and replied: "He has three years left on his contract, you understand?"
The 58-year-old then said he is excited to see Diaz and Olise back in action next season. "We can't wait to get the season started and for them to score some goals," he added.
Camavinga keen on Real Madrid stay
Real Madrid are pushing to sign Rodri from Manchester City and one player who could be sacrificed to land the 2026 FIFA World Cup winner is Eduardo Camavinga.
The midfielder missed out on a spot in the France squad at the summer showpiece in North America owing to a lack of game time in Madrid last season.
The 23-year-old started just 16 league matches for Real and is believed to have been told by new head coach Jose Mourinho that he will find playing time hard to come by in the coming campaign.
Fabrizio Romano has since reported that Camavinga is keen to remain at the Bernabeu. "We have to understand if the player is going to open the doors," Romano said on YouTube.
"Because don’t forget what’s going on with Camavinga, for example. Real Madrid could eventually be open to an exit but Camavinga wants to stay. Camavinga wants to fight for his place."
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Manchester United have been credited with an interest in the France international as they seek to add a third central midfielder this summer.
The Premier League side have already signed Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans from Chelsea and Aston Villa, respectively, since the transfer window opened.
Camavinga is not the only player who may struggle for regular action, with centre-back Raul Asencio in a similar predicament.
"For Raul Asencio, it’s quite a similar situation. Real Madrid are opening doors to an exit but Raul Asencio is yet to find a club where he can say, OK, I’m leaving Real Madrid to join this club," Romano added.
"At the moment, Raul Asencio also wants to try, show his best to Jose Mourinho and then evaluate, eventually, his future."
Liverpool 'pushing' for Barcola
Liverpool are hoping to sign Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola this summer.
The French winger is expected to leave the European champions in the coming weeks, having dropped behind Desire Doue and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia in the pecking order.
A move to England is in the pipeline, with The Reds keen to lure the former Lyon man to the Premier League.
And Florian Plettenberg has delivered an update on Barcola's future, stating on X: "Sources close to Bradley Barcola confirm that talks are ongoing between Liverpool and the player’s camp. As reported."
Plettenberg did move to temper expectations of an imminent move, adding: "However, nothing is advanced at this stage and no agreement has been reached with PSG yet.
"Liverpool are pushing hard to make the deal happen. Barcola is open to joining Liverpool.
"PSG, however, are only willing to negotiate in the event of an extraordinary offer."
Napoli offer Badiashile escape route
Benoit Badiashile is one player Chelsea are hoping to move on in the off-season.
Injuries saw the 25-year-old make just six league starts for The Blues last season.
The anticipated signing of Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace combined with a lack of European football should limit game time further.
According to Santi Aouna, though, Napoli are looking to bring the French defender to Italy after Alessandro Buongiorno's injury forced the Serie A side to reassess their transfer plans.
However, Chelsea have reportedly set a €30 million (£25.7m) asking price and are refusing to accept a loan with an option to buy deal.
La Liga side Real Sociedad are also believed to be monitoring Badiashile.
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