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‘He’s on his way to win the Ballon d’Or’ – Bayern Munich legend Oliver Kahn lauds Michael Olise
TL;DR
Oliver Kahn has praised Michael Olise, predicting he could win the Ballon d'Or due to his outstanding season with Bayern Munich, where he has recorded 18 goals and 25 assists. Bayern Munich is also on track for a treble this season.
Key points
- Oliver Kahn praises Michael Olise's performances
- Olise has 18 goals and 25 assists this season
- Bayern Munich is on track for a treble
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‘He’s on his way to win the Ballon d’Or’ – Bayern Munich legend Oliver Kahn lauds Michael Olise
Bayern Munich’s legendary goalkeeper Oliver Kahn has backed France international winger Michael Olise to win the greatest individual prize in world football – the Ballon d’Or – on the back of his stellar sophomore season with Die Rekordmeister. The 24-year-old is currently the most decisive player, without penalties, in Europe’s top 5 leagues with an impressive record of 18 goals and 25 assists.
Bayern Munich are still on course for the treble, with the Bundesliga title all but wrapped up and the club qualified for the DFB-Pokal semi-finals as well as for the UEFA Champions League semi-finals, where they’ll lock horns with title holders Paris Saint-Germain. Olise is also set to play a major part for France’s World Cup push for Didier Deschamps’ final competition in charge of Les Bleus.
Speaking to **Sky Sport,**Kahn believes that Olise could succeed Ousmane Dembélé as the next best player of the season, if he carries on with his performances. “If you look at his performances in recent weeks, then Michael Olise is definitely on his way to win the Ballon d’Or”, said the former Germany goalkeeper.
Q&A
What did Oliver Kahn say about Michael Olise's chances for the Ballon d'Or?
Oliver Kahn believes Michael Olise is on his way to win the Ballon d'Or based on his impressive performances this season.
How many goals and assists does Michael Olise have this season?
Michael Olise has recorded 18 goals and 25 assists this season, making him the most decisive player in Europe's top 5 leagues.
What are Bayern Munich's current standings in competitions?
Bayern Munich is close to securing the Bundesliga title and has qualified for the DFB-Pokal and UEFA Champions League semi-finals.
