RB Leipzig’s 26-year-old midfielder, Dani Olmo, shone at the recent European Championships, playing in six out of Spain’s seven matches as they clinched their fourth title under Luis de la Fuente’s management.
His impressive performances have attracted interest from several top European clubs. Barcelona, Manchester City, Chelsea, Liverpool, Arsenal, and Bayern Munich are all reportedly eyeing a potential summer transfer for Olmo.
Manchester United is also keen on securing Olmo’s services. According to the Spanish outlet AS, the club has taken significant steps toward signing him.
United is looking to strengthen Erik ten Hag’s squad further, having already added French defender Leny Yoro and Dutch forward Joshua Zirkzee to their ranks this summer.
However, Barcelona, United’s main competitor for Olmo, is prioritizing the signing of Nico Williams, Olmo’s teammate from the Spanish national team who scored in the Euro 2024 final against England.
Olmo’s contract with RB Leipzig includes a €60 million (£52 million) release clause, which is only valid until July 20.
The highly-rated player, who joined Leipzig from Dinamo Zagreb in 2020, has made 148 appearances for the German club, helping them secure two domestic trophies.
Addressing the speculation about his future during the latter stages of Euro 2024, Olmo emphasized that any interested clubs would need to meet his release clause to secure his transfer.
He stated, “My people know what I want to do… I have too much to do with the Euros to be thinking about other things.” He added that he has a strong relationship with Leipzig and is focused on his current commitments.
Meanwhile, Manchester United has confirmed the signing of Lille defender Yoro and Zirkzee, their first acquisitions of the summer. Yoro expressed his excitement about joining United, highlighting the club’s history of nurturing young talent and the clear development plan presented to him.
He said, “Signing for a club with the stature and ambition of Manchester United so early in my career is an incredible honor,” and expressed eagerness to start working with his new teammates.
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