August 27, (THEWILL) – Barcelona have finally registered new signing Dani Olmo with La Liga, allowing the Spanish midfielder to make his debut against Rayo Vallecano on Tuesday. The 26-year-old had missed the club’s first two league matches due to Barcelona’s ongoing financial constraints.
The Catalan club managed to comply with La Liga’s strict financial regulations by making several strategic moves. These included allowing Ilkay Gundogan to return to Manchester City and loaning Clement Lenglet to Atletico Madrid. Additionally, Spanish media reported that Andreas Christensen’s long-term injury absence due to an Achilles tendon issue provided Barcelona with more financial flexibility.
Olmo, who joined Barcelona from RB Leipzig for €60 million, played a crucial role in Spain’s Euro 2024 victory in Germany this summer. His addition to the squad is expected to add to Barcelona’s midfield options for the upcoming season.
The registration saga underscores the ongoing financial challenges faced by Barcelona, who have been grappling with strict La Liga regulations in recent years. The club’s ability to register Olmo demonstrates their continued efforts to balance their books while remaining competitive in the transfer market.
Jude Obafemi is a versatile senior Correspondent at THEWILL Newspapers, excelling in sourcing, researching, and delivering sports news stories for both print and digital publications.
