Manchester United show keen interest in signing Dani Olmo

According to Sport (via Sports witness), Manchester United are showing strong interest in signing RB Leipzig midfielder Dani Olmo this summer.

The Spanish international had an excellent campaign at Euro 2024, scoring 3 goals and providing 2 assists in 6 appearances. His form has led to suggestions that he could seek a bigger challenge and Sport They claim that Manchester United could be BarcelonaThe 26-year-old's main competitors.

Leipzig want to keep their word and are willing to sell him for £51m, including bonuses. Barcelona have yet to meet the Bundesliga side's demands and this could encourage United to make a move for Olmo. Sport clarify that Manchester City are no longer a threat in the race.

Good signing

The Red Devils currently have Bruno Fernandes as a guaranteed starter in the number 10 spot. Olmo likes to play in the same position, but is also very versatile. The Spaniard has the ability to play in both attacking positions. He can also act as a false number 9 when needed.

Olmo would bring United more experience and creativity in the final three minutes. He has the ability to create chances regularly and also has the knack of scoring goals. His work rate is another big plus. The La Masia player would be a good signing, but United must be careful about spending a lot of money on him.

Despite the positives, the versatile striker has been prone to injuries since moving to the Bundesliga five years ago. He has missed almost 70 games for club and country due to multiple injury problems and this is a red flag for the Red Devils, who are considering signing him.

United had countless first-team injuries last season and this contributed to their disappointing eighth-place finish in the table. Premier leagueThey managed to save their campaign with FA Cup glory and will be waiting for better fortune under the command of the coach Erik the Hag next term.