Crystal Palace Set for Potential Windfall as Liverpool Target Michael Olise to Replace Salah
For Crystal Palace supporters, the news that Mohamed Salah is finally departing Liverpool at the end of the season will come as a massive relief. The Egyptian forward has been a persistent thorn in the Eagles’ side, tallying nine goals and five assists in 18 encounters—a run that saw Palace suffer 11 defeats against him. With a staggering career total of 255 goals and 122 assists for the Reds, Salah leaves behind a void that Liverpool is reportedly looking to fill with a former Selhurst Park favorite.
According to reports from BILD in Germany, Liverpool is planning a sensational £173 million move for Michael Olise. While Palace fans might miss seeing the Frenchman in the Premier League, the financial implications of such a deal would be a game-changer for the South London club.
A Potential British Record Transfer
If the move materializes, the £173 million fee would shatter the British transfer record. This follows a trend of massive spending at Anfield, which saw the records broken twice last summer with the arrivals of Florian Wirtz (£116m) and Alexander Isak (£130m).
For Crystal Palace Chairman Steve Parish, the primary interest lies in the 15% sell-on clause negotiated during Olise’s £50 million move to Bayern Munich in July 2024. While it remains to be seen if the clause applies to the total fee or just the profit, a 15% cut of a £173 million sale would net Palace a cool £26 million.
Financial and Sporting Impact
To put that figure into perspective, a £26 million windfall would represent one of the largest sums the club has ever received. It would even surpass the £20 million profit made from selling Marc Guehi to Manchester City.
Michael Olise: 2025/26 Season Stats
- Appearances: 39
- Goals: 16
- Assists: 27
Olise’s trajectory has been nothing short of world-class, with former teammate Joel Ward even suggesting his ceiling is higher than that of club legend Wilfried Zaha. Having developed into one of the most productive players on the planet, his return to England would be a massive statement for Liverpool.
The Bottom Line
While several hurdles remain before the deal is finalized, the prospect of Salah leaving the league is a win for the Palace defense, and the potential sell-on fee is a massive win for the club’s treasury. If Liverpool pulls the trigger on this record-breaking transfer, Crystal Palace will benefit immensely from a player who has already left their ranks.
