Barcelona dealt blow in Dani Olmo pursuit with RB Leipzig holding firm on demands for Euro 2024 star

The attacking midfielder, who had a terrific outing with Spain at Euro 2024, has been linked with a move to Barcelona this summer. However, the Catalan giants are yet to seal a move for the player despite bidding twice for him with his current club RB Leipzig.

The Blaugrana reportedly placed an initial bid of €40 million (£34m/$44m) plus an additional €20m (£17m/$22m) in variables which was promptly turned down by the Germans which forced them to come up with a second offer of €47m (£40m/$51m) fixed, plus €3m (£2.5m/$3m) based on the player’s game appearances, and an additional €10m (£8.5m/$11m) in potential bonuses for future titles. However, Sport now reports that the Bundesliga side is unwilling to let their star player leave unless their demand of €60m (£53m/$65m) is met.

Barcelona too are unlikely to raise their offer despite Leipzig's firmness, however, it is believed that the 26-year-old wants a move to Camp Nou this summer and his preference will be respected by the Red Bulls.

Hansi Flick's side are back in Spain after their pre-season tour in the United States. They will play a final friendly match at home against AS Monaco before kicking off the new 2024/25 season.