Michael Olise has purportedly reached a conclusion about his future amid persistent transfer speculations linking him with Chelsea and Manchester United.
The winger has been a standout performer at Selhurst Park since joining Crystal Palace from Reading in 2021.
Despite his impressive contributions, ongoing rumors have fueled speculation about his potential departure from the club.
Despite facing limited starts in the Premier League this season due to injury setbacks, Olise has demonstrated his talent, notching five goals and one assist in seven appearances.
Last summer, Chelsea came close to securing Olise’s signature when Todd Boehly triggered his “complex” £35 million release clause.
However, the player surprised many by opting to extend his stay at Selhurst Park, signing a new contract despite interest from other clubs, particularly after Pochettino’s team had openly pursued him.
Crystal Palace Chairman Steve Parish took to Twitter to announce Olise’s contract extension, expressing his delight at the winger’s decision to commit his future to the club.
The new contract includes a release clause, though the exact figure remains undisclosed. Speculation suggests that the release clause surpasses the £35 million amount Chelsea triggered during the summer transfer window.
Due to Olise’s injury, a January move from Crystal Palace appears unlikely.
Both Chelsea and Manchester United are actively pursuing him, with reports indicating his preference for Old Trafford due to a childhood allegiance, despite his previous ties to Chelsea and City academies.
