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La Liga President Javier Tebas has officially asked for the cancellation of FC Barcelona midfield player Dani Olmo’s registration. FC Barcelona has ongoing registration problems and financial irregularities regarding Olmo’s contract, hence this choice.
Originally signed to play until December 31, 2024, Barcelona’s August 2024 €60 million transfer from RB Leipzig was for Dani Olmo. The club was unable to register him beyond that date since La Liga’s strict wage regulations coupled with financial constraints but with a later court ruling they were allowed to register him. Both La Liga and the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) have rejected further Barcelona petitions to lengthen Olmo’s registration.
President Tebas underlined in a recent interview La Liga’s dedication to enforcing its financial laws, stating, “We have requested a measure to cancel the registration of Dani Olmo.” He expounded on the league’s position, stressing the need of preserving financial honesty and fairness among all competing teams.
FC Barcelona’s financial difficulties are at the heart of the problem since they have hampered their compliance with La Liga’s financial control standards. The team has not yet reached the required standards to re-register Olmo in spite of attempts to create more money, including ideas to offer VIP box seats at the renovated Camp Nou stadium. Especially considering a clause in his contract that allows him to leave unilaterally if the club does not register him, this situation has raised questions about the player’s future with the club.
President Tebas also spoke on more general issues in European soccer, opposing the changing structure of the Champions League and attacking projects including the Superliga. He expressed doubt about the possible adverse effects of these changes on national leagues, especially those of smaller and midsize.
If a compromise is not reached, FC Barcelona risks losing Dani Olmo either by transfer or by sidelining him for the rest of the season as developments unfold. The club has said it intends to challenge the ruling more, possibly carrying the subject to the Consejo Superior de Deportes, Spain’s national sports council.
La Liga is resolute about enforcing financial laws so that all clubs have fair opportunities. The league will keep a close eye on the situation and publish any updates that become available.
