According to information from ESPN, Manchester United is leading the race to recruit Crystal Palace striker Michael Olise.

Since officially taking control of Man United’s sports department, billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe has considered winger Olise as one of the top targets in the next summer transfer window in the context of Marcus Rashford or Antony failing to play. hope. 

Olise joined Palace in 2021. After nearly 3 years of dedication to the Eagles, the British star gradually became an irreplaceable pillar. This season, the 22-year-old player has appeared in 16 matches, scored 7 goals, and had 4 assists to help his teammates score. 

Olise’s current contract with Palace has a release clause worth more than £40 million. 

In addition to Man United, Liverpool and Arsenal are also paying special attention to the striker born in 2001. 

While Liverpool sees Olise as a quality replacement for longtime star Mohamed Salah, who will likely move to play in Saudi Arabia next season, Arsenal sees the English star as his second choice if he fails. in the deal to recruit Pedro Neto from Wolverhampton Wanderers.

However, a recent source from ESPN confirmed that Man United are the ones closest to Olise because the Red Devils are willing to spend the money to release the contract as well as give the English star the opportunity to play regularly.

Man United is planning to reduce costs in this deal when ready to add defender Aaron Wan-Bissaka as part of the offer.