Barcelona’s Laporta Calls Dani Olmo’s PSG Move “Unpleasant”
Joan Laporta expresses disappointment over Dani Olmo’s transfer to PSG as an unpleasant loss for Barcelona.
Barcelona President Joan Laporta has described the departure of midfielder Dani Olmo to Paris Saint-Germain as “unpleasant” in his latest comments. The Spanish international, who joined Barcelona from RB Leipzig in the summer of 2024, has reportedly finalized a move to the French champions after failing to reach a long-term agreement on a new contract with the Catalan club.
Laporta acknowledged the emotional and sporting impact of losing a key player like Olmo, who was seen as a vital part of Hansi Flick’s attacking setup. “It’s unpleasant when a player of his quality leaves,” Laporta stated, emphasizing that Barcelona had made significant efforts to retain him amid ongoing financial constraints and La Liga salary cap regulations.
The transfer saga highlights Barcelona’s continued challenges in squad planning despite recent on-pitch success. Olmo’s exit comes at a time when the club is balancing high-profile signings, wage bill reductions, and competitive ambitions in domestic and European competitions.
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PSG, looking to bolster their midfield ahead of the new season, reportedly activated a release clause or agreed personal terms that Barcelona could not match. The move has sparked debate among fans and analysts about Barcelona’s ability to hold onto homegrown or recently recruited talents.
The situation underscores the financial realities facing top European clubs, with Laporta hinting at ongoing internal discussions to strengthen the squad in the upcoming transfer windows.
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