Dani Olmo is reportedly open to joining Manchester United amid his links with Barcelona, while Chelsea will not pursue his signature in the summer transfer window.
According to a report by Give Me Sport, Dani Olmo is the subject of interest from Manchester United. The Spanish international, a target for Barcelona, is open to joining the Premier League heavyweights in the summer transfer window. Meanwhile, Chelsea will not pursue the signature of the RB Leipzig playmaker, whose release clause is around £52 million.
Dani Olmo and his journey so far
Dani Olmo has made considerable progress since joining RB Leipzig from Dinamo Zagreb in January 2020. A former trainee at Barcelona’s fabled La Masia division, the Spaniard has struggled with a few fitness issues but has overcome those problems to become a pivotal figure for Die Roten Bullen.
The 26-year-old has turned out nearly 150 times thus far for RB Leipzig while chipping in with 29 goals and 34 assists. Meanwhile, Olmo has been excellent at UEFA Euro 2024, becoming a pivotal figure for Spain in the knockout rounds. However, he might have played his final game for RB Leipzig, with Barcelona and Manchester United vying for his signature. Recent reports have also linked the player with Chelsea.
A man in demand
However, Chelsea will not launch the offensive to secure Dani Olmo’s services in the summer transfer window, particularly for £52 million. The Blues have been scouring the market for offensive reinforcement. However, they prefer a wide attacker who primarily features on the flanks. So, the Spanish international will not join Chelsea anytime soon.
Meanwhile, Barcelona’s interest in Dani Olmo is understandable. The Catalan giants have been scouring the market for a creative midfielder heading into the summer transfer window due to Ilkay Gundogan’s advancing age. So, the RB Leipzig playmaker is a viable target for Barcelona.
As for Manchester United, the Red Devils ideally need a right-sided attacker. While Olmo prefers to reprise central roles, he can play on the right flank. So, the 26-year-old Spaniard is an option worth considering. The latest update boosts Manchester United’s prospects, as Olmo is open to joining the Premier League heavyweights.
Manchester United should have the funds to afford a deal worth £52 million to secure Dani Olmo’s services in the summer transfer window. With the Spanish international open to moving to Old Trafford, it will be interesting to see if Barcelona can turn the player’s head and bring him back to Catalonia.
