Barcelona face significant financial consequences over Dani Olmo registration issue | OneFootball

Dani Olmo’s situation at Barcelona is becoming increasingly complicated as the club faces significant challenges regarding his registration.

The summer signing, brought in with high expectations, is yet to be officially registered in La Liga.

If this situation remains unresolved by January 3, the Spanish international will become a free agent, creating a potentially disastrous scenario for Barcelona.

The risk

Now, according to a recent report from Fichajes, the risk of losing Olmo for free is just one part of the problem. Should Barcelona fail to register him, the club would be required to pay him the full value of his contract, which extends until 2030.

On top of this, they would also need to meet their financial commitments to Leipzig, which include fixed payments amounting to €48 million. This dual burden poses a serious threat to Barcelona’s financial health.

Dani Olmo has not been registered by Barcelona yet. (Photo by Rafa Babot/Getty Images)

The club’s leadership, led by president Joan Laporta, is working tirelessly to resolve the issue. A key part of their plan involves the sale of VIP seats at the future Spotify Camp Nou, a move estimated to generate €100 million.

This financial injection is seen as essential to securing Olmo’s registration. However, La Liga has yet to approve the necessary documents, leaving the situation uncertain.

What next?

Adding to the complexity is the precedent set by the failed agreement with Barça Vision, where defaults from Libero Football Finance AG forced La Liga to adopt a more thorough review process.

Compounding matters, pressure from rival clubs has led to heightened scrutiny, further slowing the process and increasing tension within Barcelona’s management.

For Olmo, this uncertainty has created a challenging situation. As one of the club’s marquee signings, his versatility and importance to Hansi Flick’s tactical plans have been evident.

However, with the clock ticking, the possibility of leaving on a free transfer has attracted interest from other clubs eager to secure his services.

Barcelona now face a race against time. Beyond just registering Olmo, the club’s financial stability and reputation are on the line, making this a pivotal moment in their season.