Barcelona has successfully concluded negotiations with RB Leipzig for the transfer of Dani Olmo, agreeing to a fee of €55 million plus €7 million in bonuses. The 26-year-old Spanish midfielder, who impressed during Spain’s victorious Euro 2024 campaign, is set to sign a contract with Barcelona until 2030.Barcelona’s sporting director, Deco, played a crucial role in finalizing the deal, traveling to Leipzig for face-to-face negotiations with the player and club officials. The transfer marks a homecoming for Olmo, who began his career in Barcelona’s youth academy before leaving in 2014.RB Leipzig’s sporting director, Marcel Schäfer, acknowledged Olmo’s value, stating, ‘Dani is an exceptional player’. The German club had initially sought €60 million for Olmo, but Barcelona’s persistence and the player’s desire to return to Spain were key factors in reaching an agreement.In his time at Leipzig since January 2020, Olmo has scored 29 goals and provided 34 assists in 148 appearances across all competitions. His performances at Euro 2024, where he shared the Golden Boot award, further enhanced his reputation.Meanwhile, another Barcelona target, Nico Williams, has hinted at staying with Athletic Club for at least another season. Upon returning to pre-season training, Williams expressed enthusiasm for the upcoming season, saying, ‘Everything’s fine this summer, I’m eager to start. At the top’. This development suggests Barcelona has shifted its focus entirely to securing Olmo’s signature.The Olmo transfer represents a significant coup for Barcelona, who had to fend off interest from other top clubs, including Manchester City and Bayern Munich. The deal is expected to be officially announced soon, with Olmo set to join his new teammates in Barcelona after their US tour.
Key points
- Barcelona has agreed to sign Dani Olmo from RB Leipzig for €55 million plus €7 million in bonuses.
- Olmo will sign a contract with Barcelona until 2030, marking his return to the club where he started his youth career.
- Nico Williams has hinted at staying with Athletic Club, despite interest from Barcelona and other top clubs.
Contradictions👾Some sources report the bonus amount as €7 million, while others state it as €4 million.
