Real Madrid’s Erling Haaland transfer chance rated ‘no’ this summer

Erling Haaland’s potential move to Real Madrid this summer has been rated ‘no chance’ by insider Christian Falk, who also dismissed the club’s chances of signing Michael Olise.

What’s the latest on Haaland’s future?

The speculation around Erling Haaland joining Real Madrid has flared up again this summer, with reports claiming the Norwegian striker could leave Manchester City. Christian Falk, an insider at CFBayern Insider, told reporters on 18 July 2026 that Real Madrid have **zero chance** of signing either Erling Haaland or Michael Olise this summer. Falk’s blunt assessment came after French outlet *L’Equipe* claimed Olise wants to join Real Madrid, while Haaland’s name surfaced in transfer gossip linked to the Santiago Bernabéu.

Falk said: “I think Real Madrid have the same chance of signing Michael Olise as they do Erling Haaland this summer! I’m happy that they see there’s no chance of signing the Frenchman this summer, and if they move away, they’re more than welcome to try things with Haaland. Though I expect the answer to be the same.”

Why does Haaland’s name keep popping up?

Haaland’s link to Real Madrid isn’t new. The 24-year-old striker has been repeatedly tied to a move to the Spanish giants, most recently after his standout 2025-26 season at Manchester City. Haaland scored 35 goals in all competitions last term, helping City retain the Premier League title and reach the Champions League final. His explosive form has kept him in transfer headlines, but Falk insists the window is shut for now.

The insider added that next summer could look very different, especially if Olise’s contract situation at Bayern Munich deteriorates. Olise, 23, has been the subject of intense speculation after a stellar 2025-26 campaign where he bagged 20 goals and 25 assists for Bayern. But Falk stressed that Bayern are determined to keep their winger, offering him over €25m gross per year to extend his deal until 2029.

What’s next for Haaland and Madrid?

For now, Real Madrid’s focus remains on other targets, though Haaland’s name lingers in the background. Vincent Kompany, Bayern’s manager, has publicly backed Olise to stay, and the club has already signed Nathaniel Brown and Ismael Saibari to bolster their squad. The German champions are expected to make more additions, but only after offloading fringe players.

Haaland, meanwhile, is still under contract at Manchester City until 2028. Pep Guardiola, the manager, has repeatedly praised the Norwegian’s work ethic and finishing, calling him one of the best strikers in the world. With City chasing a historic treble repeat, Haaland’s role in the upcoming season will be pivotal: but a move to Madrid this summer looks off the table.

Falk’s comments suggest Real Madrid’s transfer business this summer will focus elsewhere, leaving Haaland’s future at City secure for now. The next 12 months, however, could bring fresh twists as Olise’s contract nears its end and Haaland’s stock remains sky-high.