FC Barcelona Secures Dani Olmo Transfer from RB Leipzig
FC Barcelona has reportedly reached a verbal agreement with RB Leipzig for the transfer of Spanish midfielder Dani Olmo. This news was broken by renowned transfer market expert Fabrizio Romano, who cited anonymous sources.
🚨🔵🔴 EXCL: Dani Olmo to Barça, here we go! Verbal agreement in place after key mission in Leipzig for Barça director Deco.
€55m guaranteed package plus €7m in add-ons, main part difficult to reach.
Olmo agreed on six year deal valid until June 2030 and he wanted Barça move. pic.twitter.com/Y3aZHyf9iF
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 6, 2024
Key Details of the Transfer
“Dani Olmo to Barca, here we go! Verbal agreement in place after key mission in Leipzig for Barca [sporting] director Deco,” Romano tweeted on Tuesday afternoon in Europe.
According to Romano, the deal involves a guaranteed fee of $60 million (€55 million) and an additional $7.6 million (€7 million) in performance-related add-ons, which were the most challenging part of the negotiations.
Olmo’s Commitment to Barcelona
Romano further explained that Dani Olmo has agreed to a six-year contract, valid until June 2030, and expressed his desire to move to FC Barcelona. This transfer marks a significant achievement for Barcelona, as Olmo has been their top transfer target this summer, alongside Nico Williams.
Integral Role in Spain’s Euro Triumph
Both Olmo and Williams played crucial roles in Spain’s recent UEFA Euro triumph. Olmo’s defensive efforts, including a crucial clearance off the line, helped secure a 2-1 victory over England in the final. Additionally, Olmo finished the tournament as the joint Golden Boot winner, contributing significantly to Spain’s record fourth continental title.
Olmo’s Journey Back to Barcelona
Dani Olmo’s football journey has been remarkable. After failing to graduate from Barcelona’s La Masia academy, he turned professional in Croatia with Dinamo Zagreb. His impressive performances there led to a move to RB Leipzig in 2020, where he became one of the Bundesliga’s standout players.
Finalizing the Deal
Barcelona’s Sporting Director, Deco, played a pivotal role in finalizing the deal. He traveled to Leipzig to meet with Olmo, his father Miguel, and the player’s agents to reach an agreement. This transfer is expected to be a significant boost for Barcelona as they prepare for the upcoming 2024/2025 season under the guidance of head coach Hansi Flick.
With Olmo’s addition, Barcelona fans are hopeful that the team will regain its competitive edge in both domestic and European competitions. This transfer not only brings a talented player back to his roots but also signals Barcelona’s intent to rebuild and compete at the highest levels once again.
