Chelsea have decided not to pursue a move for Spain international Dani Olmo, opting against triggering his £50 million release clause at RB Leipzig.
This clause, which is set to expire next week, will remain untouched as the London club has other priorities.
According to Sky Sports News, Chelsea is content with their current lineup of attacking midfielders.
The club’s management believes that Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, Christopher Nkunku, and Cole Palmer provide sufficient depth and quality in that position. This trio is seen as integral to Chelsea’s tactical setup and future plans, making the acquisition of Olmo unnecessary.
Dani Olmo has been in remarkable form, particularly in his international duties for Spain. His performances have been pivotal in Spain’s impressive run to the Euro 2024 final.
Olmo’s skill and composure were on full display during the semi-final clash against France, where he scored a crucial goal that helped secure Spain’s victory and progression to the final.
Despite Olmo’s sensational displays and the considerable interest he has garnered, Chelsea’s decision reflects a strategic choice to build around their existing squad. The club is focused on maximizing the potential of their current players, fostering a sense of continuity and stability within the team.
Meanwhile, Toni Kroos has claimed only Chelsea and Spain have made him feel so much pain.
Kroos and Germany crashed out of the Euro 2024 last week, after a 2-1 defeat to Spain late in extra time.
Toni Kroos had hopes of ending his career with one last trophy, after returning to the Germany national team.
Toni Kroos who’s known for keeping his emotions in check, was distraught after losing to Spain.
In his podcast, Einfach mal Luppen, Kroos revealed he had only ever felt such pain after losing to Chelsea in the Champions League final in 2012.
He said: “I felt a very big void after losing against Spain. Something that hasn’t happened to me since 2012 [when Bayern lost a Champions League final v Chelsea on penalties]. The dream of a title at home was shattered with the defeat.
“I felt physically bad for the next two days. It’s amazing how the mind controls the body, right?
“If we had progressed, we would have played France in the Euro semi-finals and I would have been in top form. But I couldn’t take a step the last two days, everything hurt from top to bottom.”