Liverpool Join Race For This RB Leipzig Star: A Good Move By The Reds? | OneFootball

Liverpool have joined the race to sign RB Leipzig attacker Dani Olmo in the summer transfer window, according to Fichajes. The Premier League club want to add the Spanish forward to their ranks to improve the depth and quality of the overall squad.

Dani Olmo is an established name in the football world. He moved to RB Leipzig in the winter of 2020 and has been a reliable campaigner for the Bundesliga side. Even for the Spain national side, he appears regularly on the team sheet.

Leipzig’s Spanish forward #07 Dani Olmo reacts during the German first division Bundesliga football match RB Leipzig v 1. FSV Mainz 05 in Leipzig, eastern Germany on March 30, 2024. (Photo by Ronny Hartmann / AFP) / DFL REGULATIONS PROHIBIT ANY USE OF PHOTOGRAPHS AS IMAGE SEQUENCES AND/OR QUASI-VIDEO (Photo by RONNY HARTMANN/AFP via Getty Images)

Despite some injury troubles, the Spanish attacker has done well this season. He has featured in 25 games, netting eight times and providing five assists. He is averaging 2.2 shots, 1.3 key passes, and 1.3 dribbles per game (stats via whoscored).

Olmo is a versatile attacker who can play on both the wings as well as a central forward. He has good dribbling skills, and passing vision and brings creativity on the pitch. He has also got accuracy in his shooting, making him a threat even from outside the box.

Will Liverpool spend €60 million?

Dani Olmo’s incredible talent has generated interest from multiple European clubs. The likes of Barcelona, Machester City, Manchester United, and Chelsea were already linked to the player. However, Liverpool have also joined the race as per the latest reports.

Arne Slot is likely to take over Jurgen Klopp‘s position after he leaves the club following this season. With a change in the managerial position, a change in the dynamics of the team also happens. The Dutch coach wants to add more attacking options to the side.

Olmo’s arrival will add depth and quality to the Reds’ squad. He can play in multiple positions and can be a decisive player in the final third. However, the 26-year-old has a release clause of €60 million, which RB Leipzig will not negotiate. Liverpool might hesitate to spend that much for the player.