Overview
- Speaking in Madrid before the Laureus awards on Monday, Luis Figo said Olise is among the leading candidates to win the Ballon d’Or this year.
- Figo pointed to Olise’s decisive Champions League quarter-final against Real Madrid, including the winner in Bayern’s 4-3 return leg, as proof of his impact.
- Bayern have just secured the German league title over the weekend, which adds to Olise’s case after a standout club season.
- Asked about a transfer to Real Madrid, Figo said the move would be difficult because Bayern’s leaders have closed the door.
- Oliver Kahn has voiced similar praise in recent days, and Olise’s push now turns to the Champions League semi-finals and then the World Cup with France.