Dani Olmo talks about Barcelona mentality, Hansi Flick and registration problems – 'I didn't suffer'
It may not have been an easy return to Barcelona for Dani Olmo, but after days of uncertainty, he is now thriving. In August, the 26-year-old returned to Catalonia nine years after leaving the club as an academy player, although his debut had to be delayed by 10 days due to registration issues.
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Barcelona could not immediately find the necessary salary space to register Olmo with the Liga, and this meant that he missed the victories against Valencia and Athletic Club. However, he was able to play on MD3 in Vallecas, and it is only this moment that he will remember going forward, as he told RAC1 (via Relief).
“Personally, I didn't suffer because I knew it would be resolved. I wanted to play, but it was a dream debut and that's what I'm left with.
Olmo spoke about the process of his move to Barcelona, and he also revealed that once he knew of the interest, it was the only place where he wanted to play his football from this season.
“In the final stretch (of Euro 2024) I knew that Barcelona was interested in signing me, but I didn't want to be distracted. So I went on vacation for a week, and when I came back, we closed everything. It was very fast, and two weeks after the end of the European Championship, we had an agreement.
“I always try to give my best in all teams and now at Barcelona we have the goal of winning. Whoever comes has to do it with a winning mentality; if not, they have the wrong club. I want to win with this club and it's for that's why I'm here.”
Olmo also revealed what Hansi Flick has asked of him since he joined the club, and how it helped him feel at ease upon returning to the club. Barcelona.
“Flick played a key role. His idea was that he would play in this position of 10. The adaptation was perfect. I have a good relationship with Flick and he is very clear about what he wants from me.”
