1. Michael Olise
Stats- 23 appearances, 9 goals, 7 assists
Bayern wrapped up the signing of Crystal Palace’s Michael Olise in a surprisingly quick and discreet manner. The French winger, one of the Premier League’s top performers last season, was pursued by several elite clubs, including Chelsea and Manchester United but it was Bayern’s project which ended up convincing Olise the most.
The 23-year-old joined Bayern Munch following an impressive campaign with the French national team at the Olympics, where they secured a silver medal. Olise’s addition to Bayern’s attack felt like a breath of fresh air, especially since the right-wing position had somewhat stagnated for the last couple of seasons. Bayern’s right-wing options for the past few years have offered pace and dribbling but not a lot of creativity, which is something Olise brings to the table. Having an instant positive impact, the Frenchman wasted no time in earning Vincent Kompany’s trust. With 9 goals and 7 assists already this season, he has taken to German football like a duck to water.
Michael Olise is without a doubt the best incoming transfer for Bayern in 2024. Considering his brilliant performances and a high ceiling for the future, the €60m investment looks like an absolute steal.