There is an increasing likelihood that RB Leipzig’s attacking midfielder, Dani Olmo, will make a summer transfer to Barcelona, as reported by Sport Bild.
During the previous summer, RB Leipzig witnessed the departure of several high-profile players, such as Josko Gvardiol to Manchester City, Dominik Szoboszlai to Liverpool, and Christopher Nkunku to Chelsea.
Consequently, Die Roten Bullen will need to generate approximately €60 million in the upcoming summer transfer window to cover player salaries and club infrastructure.
Olmo’s contract with Leipzig, which was signed last spring, incorporates a release clause ranging from €60 million to €65 million, contingent on the acquiring club.
This release clause becomes active at the end of the season.
Barcelona represents Olmo’s long-cherished destination, particularly considering his earlier involvement with the club during his youth career. Consequently, Leipzig may be willing to accept an offer at the lower end of that spectrum, provided Barcelona’s financial situation is resolved.
Olmo, his father Miquel, and agent Andy Bara have engaged in discussions with Barcelona regarding a potential return, and there were reports of a clandestine meeting in Qatar during the 2022 World Cup.
Notably, the Spain international extended his contract with Leipzig following these negotiations, with the inclusion of the new release clause.
Currently recovering from injury, the 25-year-old has already made a significant impact this season, scoring five goals and providing an assist in four matches across all competitions, including a remarkable hat trick against Bayern Munich in the DFL Super Cup.