Chelsea and Man City linked with Reading FC graduate

Olise, who had time in the Academy at both Stamford Bridge and the Etihad Stadium, graduated from the Royals set-up and impressed in almost 75 appearances in Berkshire.

Impressing at Crystal Palace, picking up 11 assists last season and seven goal contributions in his debut campaign, the 21-year-old has been attracting interest.

According to the Daily Express, Chelsea have agreed a £39m deal in principle with the France Under-21 star.

Currently injured, it is thought that the sides are assessing the situation.

Chelsea and Manchester City have both Michael Olise in their list. Understand there’s release clause into his contract — around £35m. 🚨🔵 #CFC #MCFC

Both clubs are waiting for clarity about his conditions as he picked up injury last month.

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— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 23, 2023

Popular journalist Fabrizio Romano has claimed that the Eagles have a £35m release clause- £27m than they spent on the midfielder from Reading in 2021.

Director of Football Operations, Mark Bowen, has publicly claimed that the Royals have no sell-on fee.