Official: RB Leipzig renews contract with Spanish midfielder Olmo until 2027

2023-06-02 12:38

Official: RB Leipzig renews contract with Spanish midfielder Olmo until 2027


On the eve of the 2023 German Cup final, Leipzig RB midfielder Dani Olmo confirmed the completion of his contract extension.


There are many indications that the Spaniard's contract period will be extended from 2024 to June 30, 2027, with a termination clause worth approximately 60 million euros. The clause, which will come into effect from next year, is said to be similar to that of Christopher Nkunku, who joined Chelsea this summer.


"We are very happy to make this important announcement in time for Saturday's German Cup final," declared sporting director Max Eberl. "Dani Olmo is one of the key players in our team and he gives us unique value. Apart from technique and lethality in front of goal, he is a very intelligent player and the best player in the Bundesliga. one."


"Dani is developing well at RB Leipzig and together we can take the next step."


"Our dialogue was intense but relatively fair. Dani knows his value to RB Leipzig and understands our ambitions. We are delighted to have resolved his contract renewal ahead of schedule," he concluded.


The 25-year-old Dani Olmo was born in La Masia and played for Dinamo Zagreb at the beginning of his career. In January 2020, he moved to RB Leipzig in the Bundesliga for 29 million euros.


Over the past three years, Olmo has played a total of 122 times and contributed 21 goals and 29 assists to RB Leipzig. He is also regarded as one of the main members of Leipzig RB's 21/22 German Cup championship.


On the day of the contract renewal, Olmo vowed to help Leipzig RB defend the German Cup: "I want to use my ability to help the team so that we can continue to share the joy of success-it is best to win the cup on Saturday!"


"As a young talent who entered one of the top leagues in Europe, joining RB Leipzig three years ago was a big step forward for me. With everyone's help, I settled in Leipzig easily and started working quickly."


"RB Leipzig is an amazing club. It's located in an amazing city, has great fans and I'm delighted to renew my contract. The club and I have big ambitions for the future and want to take the next step together. We We have an unbelievable team that perfectly fit each other's styles of football."