Dani Olmo officially joins Barcelona from RB Leipzig in a deal exceeding €60 million, including add-ons. The Spanish international has signed a contract that keeps him at Barcelona until June 2030.
- Dani Olmo’s transfer to Barcelona is confirmed by Fabrizio Romano.
- The deal is worth more than €60 million, including add-ons.
- Olmo’s contract with Barcelona runs until June 2030.
Official Announcement
On August 9, 2024, renowned football journalist Fabrizio Romano confirmed via Twitter that Dani Olmo has officially joined FC Barcelona from RB Leipzig. The deal is reported to be worth more than €60 million, including add-ons. Olmo has signed a contract with Barcelona that will keep him at the club until June 2030.
🔵🔴✍🏻 Official, confirmed. Dani Olmo joins Barcelona from RB Leipzig on deal worth more than €60m add-ons included.
Olmo signs at Barça until June 2030.
Confirmed. ✅🇪🇸 https://t.co/aqJrPfPsYS
pic.twitter.com— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano)
October 01, 2023
Player Profile: Dani Olmo
Dani Olmo, born on May 7, 1998, in Terrassa, Spain, is an attacking midfielder known for his versatility and skill. Standing at 1.79 meters, Olmo has made significant contributions to both his club and the Spanish national team.
- Full Name: Daniel Olmo Carvajal
- Date of Birth: May 7, 1998
- Place of Birth: Terrassa, Spain
- Height: 1.79 m (5 ft 10 in)
- Position: Attacking Midfielder
- Nationality: Spanish
- Current International Caps/Goals: 39/11
Career Statistics
Club Career
Dani Olmo has had a prolific career, playing for several clubs across different leagues. Below are his career statistics:
- Total Appearances: 309
- Total Goals: 67
- Total Assists: 32
- Total Minutes Played: 20,694
By Competition:
- Bundesliga (RB Leipzig): 107 appearances, 17 goals, 24 assists
- SuperSport HNL (Dinamo Zagreb): 80 appearances, 20 goals, 18 assists
- Prva NL: 25 appearances, 3 goals
- UEFA Champions League: 24 appearances, 5 goals, 3 assists
- Europa League: 16 appearances, 2 goals, 4 assists
- DFB-Pokal: 15 appearances, 5 goals, 7 assists
- Hrvatski nogometni kup: 15 appearances, 6 goals, 1 assist
- UEFA Youth League: 12 appearances, 1 goal, 1 assist
- Champions League Qualifying: 11 appearances, 4 goals, 5 assists
- Europa League Qualifying: 2 appearances
- DFL-Supercup: 2 appearances, 1 goal, 1 assist
National Team Career
Dani Olmo has also been a significant player for the Spanish national team across various age levels:
- Spain Senior Team: 39 caps, 11 goals
- Spain U23: 1 cap
- Spain U21: 14 caps, 6 goals
- Spain U17: 8 caps
- Spain U16: 3 caps
- Spain Olympic Team: 6 caps, 1 goal
Transfer History
Dani Olmo’s career has seen several significant transfers:
- From Dinamo Zagreb to RB Leipzig (January 2020): The transfer fee was reported to be around €20 million.
- From RB Leipzig to FC Barcelona (August 2024): The transfer fee is reported to be more than €60 million, including add-ons.
Barcelona’s Strategic Move
Dani Olmo’s move to Barcelona marks a significant step in his career. Known for his versatility, Olmo can play in multiple attacking positions, including attacking midfield, left wing, and right wing. His ability to score and assist makes him a valuable asset for Barcelona as they look to strengthen their squad for the upcoming seasons.
Olmo’s experience in top European competitions like the UEFA Champions League and Europa League will be crucial for Barcelona. His international experience with the Spanish national team adds further value, bringing leadership and skill to the squad.
For more detailed player statistics and transfer history, check Dani Olmo’s profile on Transfermarkt.
