Michael Olise: Man Utd and Chelsea eye Crystal Palace star with release clause

Michael Olise has been on the radar for top English clubs since his emergence at Crystal Palace with Manchester United reportedly now keen on the talented winger. Right-wing has been a problem position at United for years with Antony massively underwhelming since his €95 million move from Ajax. Sir Jim Radcliffe has agreed a deal to takeover sporting control at United with Olise rumoured to be a priority summer target. The French Under–21 international has impressed on his return from a hamstring injury this season with five goals and one assist in nine Premier League games and United won’t be the only top club monitoring his performances.

Could Michael Olise leave Crystal Palace? 

Realistically, Olise will depart Palace in the future but it’s unlikely to be during the January window. The 22-year-old rejected the opportunity to join Chelsea in the summer after they triggered his €35m release clause. Palace were unhappy with Chelsea’s approach and chairman Steve Parish pleaded with Olise to stay and he agreed before penning a new four-year deal. It’s understood that his new contract contains an increased minimum fee release clause around €60m and that’s unlikely to deter interested parties. Olise, however, is expected to remain at Palace until the summer and prioritise playing regular football.

What clubs are interested in Michael Olise? 

 Manchester United have been strongly linked across the last week with the Old Trafford side expected to formalise their interest during the summer window. Chelsea were close to signing Olise last summer and their interest remains while Arsenal have also previously been linked. PSG remain another potential suitor with Olise opting to represent France despite being born in London.

How much is Michael Olise worth?

Olise’s current market value is €50m, which makes him Crystal Palace’s most valuable asset. Palace will land a significant profit if Olise departs after signing him from €9.3m from Reading in 2021. Olise’s valuation has increased steadily across his two-and-a-half years at Palace with his market value soaring by €16m during the 2022/23 campaign.