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FC Barcelona’s efforts to secure the registration of midfielder Dani Olmo for the remainder of the season have faced another setback, as a Spanish court has rejected the club’s appeal. This decision leaves Olmo in a precarious position, with his current registration set to expire on December 31, 2024.
Initially registered through a loophole due to the injury of defender Andreas Christensen, Olmo’s situation has been complicated by Barcelona’s ongoing financial difficulties. The club has struggled to comply with La Liga’s stringent financial regulations, which has hindered their ability to extend player registrations. Despite attempts to navigate these challenges, including a prior court ruling dismissing their request for an extension, Barcelona’s latest appeal was also denied.
Olmo’s contract reportedly includes a clause that allows him to leave the club on a free transfer if he cannot be registered. This has attracted interest from several Premier League clubs, who are now monitoring the situation closely as the deadline approaches.
As Barcelona grapples with the implications of this ruling, they have outlined an alternative plan involving a €120 million deal for VIP seat sales at Camp Nou over the next 20 years. This financial strategy aims to provide the necessary funds to comply with La Liga’s spending regulations and potentially register both Olmo and young forward Pau Victor.
