Transfer news expert Fabrizio Romano has explained the situation regarding RB Leipzig star Dani Olmo this summer amid links with Chelsea and Bayern Munich.
Speaking exclusively to CaughtOffside for his latest Daily Briefing column, Romano explained that Chelsea’s interest in Olmo is not something concrete, though he expects there could still be a chance for the in-form Spain international to end up in the Premier League this summer.
Chelsea are not looking for a player in that position, according to Romano, though Bayern could be a team to watch, while there’s also the interesting detail that Olmo’s release clause has just been extended by five days due to Spain reaching the final of Euro 2024.
The Blues have similar players to Olmo already, with Romano explaining that they’re looking for a right-footed winger instead, as well as a new striker.
It will be interesting to see what happens with the 26-yea-rold next, but it seems the links with Chelsea have been overstated by some outlets.
Olmo transfer situation explained by Fabrizio Romano
Dani Olmo celebrates a goal for Spain
“I want to start with an important update on the situation of Dani Olmo. From what I’m told, there is an important detail on Olmo’s €60m release clause. The plan was for the clause to run until Monday 15th July, but if the Spanish national team were to reach the final of the Euros, it would then run for five more days,” Romano said.
“Now we know that Spain have reached the final of Euro 2024, where they will face England, his release clause at RB Leipzig will be valid until the 20th of July. This means the agents of the player have more time to hold more meetings to find a solution for him.
“I’ve been asked about reports in England linking Olmo with Chelsea, but at the moment I’m told they are not negotiating for him. Chelsea already have Cole Palmer, Noni Madueke and then Kendry Paez and Estevao Willian to come later, so it’s not something concrete for Chelsea at this…
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Author : Mark Brus
Publish date : 2024-07-11 07:58:55
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