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Michael Olise is the toast of the Premier League following yet another exemplary campaign for Crystal Palace.

The Englishman amassed 10 goals and six assists in 2023/24. Notably bettering his tally of 13 goal contributions last term despite having missed half of the league season with a hamstring injury.

The 22-year-old had been the subject of heavy interest from Manchester City last year – even enjoying links with rivals Liverpool (Metro) – though he appears potentially destined for an alternative destination.

The ever-reliable Jacque Talbot of Football Transfers now reports that Manchester United are in ‘pole position’ to sign the right-sided forward this summer.

A player thriving under Oliver Glasner

Since securing an impressive 1-0 win over Liverpool at Anfield, new boss Oliver Glasner has presided over Olise’s impressive end-of-season run of seven goal contributions in six games.

With a long-term contract (expiring in 2027) signed last summer, expect Palace to secure a big fee for their star man in the upcoming window.

The question remains, of course, United’s potential latest big-money move will yield a more positive result than Red Devils fans have been treated to in recent years.

The even bigger question: Is an Ineos-led Manchester United the best move for Olise’s career and developmental hopes?

It’s a no from us, for a multitude of reasons.

This article first appeared on Empire of the Kop and was syndicated with permission.

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