Barcelona have reportedly reached a verbal agreement to sign Spain international Dani Olmo from RB Leipzig this summer.
The attacking midfielder, who was instrumental in Spain's Euro 2024 triumph, is set to return to Camp Nou on a long-term contract.
A chunk of big clubs like Manchester United, Manchester City and of course Barcelona were interested in signing the Bundesliga star, with the Blaugrana side winning the race eventually.
Having come up through the renowned La Masia academy, it's no surprise that Olmo would be enthusiastic about returning to the club that helped shape his early career.
At 16, he left his hometown for a surprising move to Croatia, where he thrived at Dinamo Zagreb. His impressive performances there led to a move back to the top tier of European football when he joined Leipzig in 2019.
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Dani Olmo transfer fee to Barcelona
Barcelona's sporting director, Deco, travelled to Germany to finalize the deal with RB Leipzig.
According to Fabrizio Romano, the two clubs have agreed on a transfer fee of €55 million ($60m) upfront, with an additional €7 million ($7.65m) in performance-based add-ons. This brings the total cost of the transfer to €62 million ($67.65m). Olmo is expected to sign a six-year contract that will keep him at Barcelona until 2030.
Olmo, who graduated from La Masia in 2014, never got the chance to play for Barcelona's senior team before moving to Dinamo Zagreb and later RB Leipzig in 2020. His return to Camp Nou marks a full-circle moment in his career.
Dani Olmo stats 2023/24
Despite struggling with multiple injuries during the 2023-24 season, Olmo made significant contributions to RB Leipzig. He managed 13 goal contributions in 25 appearances across all competitions. His Bundesliga stats for the season include:
| Stat | |
|---|---|
| Appearances | 21 |
| Goals | 4 |
| Assists | 5 |
| Shots Per 90 | 2.8 |
| Key Passes Per 90 | 1.99 |
| Progressive Passes Per 90 | 4.22 |
| Expected Assists Per 90 | 0.23 |
| Successful Take-Ons Per 90 | 1.93 |
Dani Olmo contract, wages, and salary
Olmo is set to join Barcelona on a contract that runs until 2030. His initial salary is expected to be similar to what he earned at RB Leipzig, around €11 million ($12m) annually.
With the formalities almost complete, Olmo hopes to join Hansi Flick's squad in time for Barcelona's season opener against Valencia on August 17. This signing marks a significant addition to Barcelona's midfield, as Olmo brings creativity and experience to the team.
Barcelona fans eagerly await the official announcement of Olmo's return, excited to see the La Masia graduate don the Blaugrana jersey once again.
