Hansi Flick wasted no time after securing a treble with Barcelona — winning the Spanish league title, the Spanish Super Cup, and the Copa del Rey — to start planning for the upcoming season.
Barely a few hours after their title celebrations, the Barcelona manager turned his attention to the future, focusing on preparations for the crucial summer transfer window.
The club is eager to clarify the futures of certain players expected to leave while also identifying the reinforcements Flick needs to strengthen the squad.
According to reports from Christian Falk, a respected journalist from Sport Bild, Manchester City has set its sights on Barcelona’s Dani Olmo.
The English club is actively searching for a suitable replacement for their Belgian playmaker Kevin De Bruyne, who is set to depart at the end of the season. De Bruyne’s imminent exit has left a void in City’s midfield, prompting the club to explore potential signings who can fill his role effectively.
Initially, Manchester City had shown strong interest in Bayer Leverkusen’s standout player Florian Wirtz. Representatives of the young German midfielder even traveled to England for discussions with the City hierarchy. However, recent developments suggest that Wirtz is now on the verge of joining Bayern Munich, causing City to turn their attention elsewhere.
As a result, Dani Olmo has emerged as a leading candidate for the Manchester club. At 27 years old, Olmo is viewed as a valuable and experienced option capable of adding creativity and versatility to City’s midfield.
Despite his undeniable talent, Olmo has struggled to secure a consistent starting spot in Hansi Flick’s lineup at Barcelona, often finding himself on the bench during crucial matches.
Given this situation, it’s believed that Barcelona may be open to letting him leave, especially if a substantial financial offer comes their way. The potential sale of Olmo could provide Barcelona with the funds they need to pursue other key signings identified by Flick, while also helping to balance the club’s financial books ahead of the new campaign.
As the summer transfer window approaches, both clubs are expected to accelerate negotiations. For Olmo, the move could offer a fresh start and more regular playing time, while for Manchester City, it would mean securing a capable successor to De Bruyne’s midfield role. The transfer saga is set to be one of the stories to watch in the coming months.
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