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Dani Olmo responds to Liverpool, Manchester United, Barcelona transfer rumours

Olmo responds to Liverpool, Man Utd, Barcelona transfer rumours
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RB Leipzig attacker Dani Olmo responds to speculation linking him with a number of top European clubs including Liverpool, Manchester United and Barcelona.

RB Leipzig attacker Dani Olmo has admitted that he is 'motivated' by rumours linking him with a number of top European clubs including Liverpool, Manchester United and Barcelona.

The 25-year-old has established himself as a star player for Die Roten Bullen since joining the club in 2020, scoring 29 goals and registering 34 assists in 148 appearances across all competitions.

Olmo experienced an injury-hit 2023-24 campaign, but he still managed to contribute with eight goals and five assists in 25 appearances, helping Leipzig secure a top-four finish in the Bundesliga and qualify for next season's Champions League.

The versatile attacker has also impressed at international level with Spain, earning 33 caps, and he has been selected in Luis de la Fuente's squad ahead of Euro 2024.

While Olmo prepares for this summer's tournament in Germany, speculation continues to swirl regarding his long-term future at Leipzig amid interest from several elite clubs.

RB Leipzig's Dani Olmo during the warm up on February 13, 2024© Reuters

Who is chasing in-demand Olmo?

Olmo spent seven years in Barcelona's youth academy between 2007 and 2014 and he has since been linked with a potential return to Camp Nou.

However, a recent report claimed that Liverpool have moved ahead of the Catalan giants in the race to sign Olmo, who allegedly possesses a €60m (£51m) release clause in his Leipzig contract that expires in June 2027.

Premier League champions Manchester City, FA Cup winners Man United and Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich are believed to be the latest clubs to step up their interest in the attacker ahead of this summer's transfer window.

Olmo is currently away with the Spain squad ahead of a warm-up fixture against Andorra on Wednesday and before that contest, the attacker has expressed his views on the recent rumours surrounding his future.

RB Leipzig's Dani Olmo celebrates scoring their second goal on August 25, 2023© Reuters

Olmo relaxed about Leipzig future

Speaking in an interview with Mundo Deportivo, Olmo said: "I am calm and focused on what is coming, which is the Euros, which is no small thing.

"It is clear that it is good to see your name related to great teams in Europe and the world, that motivates me, but I am focused on the Euros and I hope we can return with the trophy. Then we'll see."

Asked specifically about links with former club Barcelona, Olmo added: "It's nice to see your name related to the greats, but I insist, it's nothing that bothers me. I am focused on the field and then whatever has to be, will be."

Olmo is not the only Leipzig star that has attracted interest from elsewhere ahead of the summer transfer window, as attacking duo Benjamin Sesko and Lois Openda have both been tipped to move to the Premier League, the former being heavily linked with Arsenal.

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