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Dani Olmo, a 28-year-old midfielder, is back on the radar of Bayern Munich's transfer market for the upcoming season, as reported in October. The German club sees the Barcelona player as a possible alternative if Jamal Musiala or Michael Olise leave, although no offer has been made yet, and the player is under contract with Barcelona until 2030.
Bayern places Dani Olmo on their priority list
Bayern's interest is not new. According to Mundo Deportivo, the Bavarian team had already been following Olmo before he returned to Barcelona in the summer of 2024, while he was still with RB Leipzig. The scenario could reopen if significant departures occur in the German squad.
Jamal Musiala and Michael Olise are the names influencing this potential operation. If either leaves Munich, Bayern would look to bring in a player capable of operating between the lines and creating chances from the attacking midfield. Olmo fits that profile due to his Bundesliga experience and knowledge of German football.
A key figure in this interest is Max Eberl, Bayern's sporting director. Eberl worked with Olmo during his time at Leipzig and, as reported, holds a positive view of the midfielder. This relationship explains why his name is back on the club's agenda.
🚨 BREAKING: Bayern Munich have made Dani Olmo a PRIORITY target for next season. Bayern sporting director Max Eberl is a huge admirer of Olmo and has a strong relationship with the Barça midfielder. — @sport https://t.co/Vjubi1jl60
— Barça Universal (@BarcaUniversal) October 12, 2026
Barcelona: competition with Fermín López weighs in the discussion
The main sporting factor fueling speculation is the competition for the attacking midfield. Fermín López has had more minutes than Olmo in the beginning of the season: available statistics show 476 minutes and five starts for the Andalusian, compared to 323 minutes and three starts for the Spanish international.
The difference doesn't mean Olmo has permanently lost his place, but it does show that Hansi Flick has alternative options for that position. In the first eight league games, Fermín scored four goals with two assists, whereas Olmo recorded three assists with no goals.
This situation contrasts with Olmo's role in the Spanish national team, where he has been prominent under Luis de la Fuente. For the player, maintaining continuity at Barcelona will be crucial during a season that includes national and international commitments.
Is Dani Olmo willing to leave Barça?
The possibility of a departure has two conditions: Barcelona must agree to negotiate, and the player himself must consider a team change. Currently, there are no verified signs of negotiations between the clubs or a request to leave from Olmo.
Moreover, the midfielder achieved his goal of returning to the club where he was trained after his spells at Dinamo Zagreb and Leipzig. His contract until June 2030 gives Barcelona the flexibility to decide about his future, with no immediate deadline to sell him.
The next steps depend on two factors: Olmo's playing time under Flick's management and Bayern's moves around Musiala and Olise. If a departure in Munich is confirmed, the interest could translate into discussions. Until then, Dani Olmo remains a Barcelona player, and there is no formal offer that would prompt discussion of an active transfer.
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