Barcelona are nervously hoping to find a way to sign Dani Olmo for the second half of the season, aware that once the deadline has passed, he has a clause in his contract that allows him to leave for free. His agent Andy Barça has stated that he will remain at Barcelona no matter what, but there is no shortage of clubs willing to discuss why he should change his mind.
🚨🇫🇷 Pending confirmation: Atlético de Madrid and Barcelona are in advanced talks about the definitive transfer of Clément Lenglet. Both clubs are ready to close the deal. Atleti could offer between 8 and 10 million euros.@jaumemarcet @carpetasFCB
— Universo Atlético (@architetturauniverse) December 31, 2024
According to Sport, in the Premier League alone, Manchester City, Arsenal and Chelsea are closely monitoring Olmo’s availability. Former Spain coach Luis Enrique will be more than familiar with his talent, and Paris Saint-Germain are also interested, as is Bayern Munich, one of the teams that showed interest in him during the summer. Perhaps the most intriguing of all is Atlético Madrid, who have made a lot of profit by signing former Barcelona players.
Barça did their homework and presented everything on time. The League wanted more guarantees and that is why it needs more time. That is why the Club gave everything necessary in time, not only to register Olmo, but also to return to 1-1. In three days they will be able to prove it. @10JoséÁlvarez
— Barcacentre (@barcacentre) January 1, 2025
Olmo seems determined to remain in Barcelona and, until that changes, it remains a moot point. However, Olmo could make enormous profits from the operation if he signed for another club for free. Not only would he likely receive high wages and a high signing bonus, but he would also receive the full €48 million of his six-year contract with Barcelona.