Dani Olmo's Barcelona Registration Issues Unlikely to Impact Chelsea's January Transfer Plans

Despite Dani Olmo's registration complications at Barcelona, Chelsea is not expected to pursue the Spanish midfielder in the current transfer window because we already bought Felix for £45m

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3 Jan
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Dani Olmo, who joined Barcelona from RB Leipzig for over £50 million in the summer, faces potential free agency due to the club's financial constraints preventing his registration for the remainder of the season. Although top European clubs, including Chelsea, have previously shown interest in Olmo, current reports suggest that Chelsea is not planning to make a move for him this January. Instead, under manager Enzo Maresca, Chelsea has already secured Felix in a£45 million deal, indicating their transfer priorities lie elsewhere.

Key Points

  • Olmo's Registration Dilemma: Barcelona's financial issues have led to La Liga rejecting the registration of Dani Olmo for the second half of the season, potentially making him a free agent.
  • Chelsea's Transfer Stance: Despite past interest, Chelsea is not expected to pursue Olmo in the January transfer window, focusing instead on other targets.
  • Recent Acquisition: Chelsea has recently completed a £45 million deal for a different player, aligning with manager Enzo Maresca's strategic plans for the squad.
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