Vincent Kompany Says Bayern Munich Star Michael Olise Is Among World’s Best

Vincent Kompany has declared Michael Olise “without a doubt” one of the best players in world football, praising the Bayern Munich winger’s rapid rise and elite mentality.

Kompany hails Olise’s talent and mentality

The Bayern coach believes Olise has developed into a special player since his move from Crystal Palace, pointing to far more than the Frenchman’s technical quality.

• Kompany said Olise has made huge strides over recent years.
• He highlighted the winger’s mentality, attention to detail and ability to spot opportunities others miss.
• The Bayern boss said those traits are evident even on the training pitch.
• He insisted players with Olise’s level of talent are destined to compete among the game’s leading names.

“Yes, absolutely. Without a doubt,” Kompany said when asked whether Olise belongs among football’s best. “He has made enormous progress in recent years.”

Kompany added that Olise’s vision and consistent application have already made him an outstanding figure in the global game.

Bayern want hunger to remain

While Kompany has been impressed by the 24-year-old’s impact at the Allianz Arena, he stressed that sustained success will depend on Olise retaining his drive to win.

“For a coach, the most important thing with players of this level is that their hunger for victory stays there,” he said.

The Belgian wants Bayern’s players judged not only on matchday performances but on their everyday standards. Leadership, commitment in training and a professional approach in games remain central to the culture he is trying to reinforce.

Coach rejects credit for Olise’s rise

Kompany said Bayern’s staff can challenge and guide Olise, but maintained that no coach can manufacture a world-class player.

• Bayern reward performances, training work and leadership.
• If a player’s level drops, Kompany said discussions begin immediately on how to improve.
• He believes the decisive quality comes from within the player rather than the coaching team.

“We have a role to play, but not the role of making someone a world-class player,” Kompany said. “That is impossible. He already has it inside him.”

What happens next for Olise

Olise is contracted to Bayern until 2029, leaving the German champions in a strong position as interest continues to build around the winger. Real Madrid have been linked with monitoring his situation, while Liverpool are also regarded as admirers.

Bayern are considering an extension that could make Olise the highest-paid player in the club’s history, with keeping him viewed as a major part of their long-term plans under Kompany.