LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 27: General view of a corner flag prior to the Premier League match between Crystal Palace and Manchester United at Selhurst Park on February 27, 2019 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Jordan Mansfield/Getty Images)
CHELSEA SWOOP FOR CRYSTAL PALACE’S MICHAEL OLISE
Chelsea FC have made contact with Crystal Palace over a transfer for Michael Olise (22) and requested permission to talk with the player’s representatives according to information by Foot Mercato and The Athletic.
Chelsea want to trigger the £60 million release clause in the Frenchman’s contract and swoop in ahead of their Premier League rivals as they try and secure one of the most exciting prospects in the division, although The Athletic reports that Newcastle and Bayern Munich have already made contact over a move for the winger, while Manchester United and Manchester City are thought to be interested.
Olise had been of interest to Chelsea last summer when the club triggered his then £35 million release clause and it looked as if they had secured their target. However, the winger in the end turned down the opportunity and instead agreed to sign a new four-year deal with Crystal Palace.
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Chelsea have contacted Crystal Palace over opening talks with Michael Olise for a £60million summer transfer.
The Blues tracked the France Under-21 star throughout last summer, but the 22-year-old ended up signing a new deal and staying at Palace.
Chelsea have now picked up their interest and installed Olise among their top targets for the upcoming transfer window.
Newcastle and Bayern Munich are also thought to hold strong interest in Olise, with both Manchester United and Man City also tracking the former Chelsea academy talent.
Chelsea have now picked up their interest and installed Olise among their top targets for the upcoming transfer window.
Newcastle and Bayern Munich are also thought to hold strong interest in Olise, with both Manchester United and Man City also tracking the former Chelsea academy talent.
