Dani Olmo turns down leaving Barça despite PSG interest
Spanish forward Dani Olmo remains unavailable and does not want to leave FC Barcelona, despite links to PSG and other clubs. The situation was reported on October 17, 2026.
Key takeaways
- On October 17, 2026, Dani Olmo is not willing to negotiate a departure from FC Barcelona.
- Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich are among the clubs cited as interested in Dani Olmo.
- Deco, FC Barcelona's sporting director, met Olmo's agent to update the situation.
- No official offer for Dani Olmo has been recorded and Barça would only accept a departure on very high terms.
- Dani Olmo, previously edged by Fermín López under Hansi Flick, remains loyal to Barça after his return in 2024.
Match sheet
Paris Saint-Germain 4 – 2 Barcelona
· Ligue des champions · League Phase · Parc des Princes
- 17' João Cancelo (Barcelona) — yellow card
- 38' Désiré Doué (Paris Saint-Germain) — goal
- 55' Xavi Espart (Barcelona) — goal
- 72' Lucas Hernández (Paris Saint-Germain) — goal
- 79' Lamine Yamal (Barcelona) — goal
- 81' Vitinha (Paris Saint-Germain) — goal
- 86' Fabián Ruiz (Paris Saint-Germain) — goal
Standings Ligue des champions : 1er, 9 pts (3 j.)
Spanish attacking midfielder Dani Olmo, regularly linked with departure rumours in recent months, does not intend to open negotiations for a transfer and is expected to stay at FC Barcelona, according to the press on Saturday, October 17, 2026.
Confirmed European interest but no offer
Several European clubs have been mentioned as admirers of Dani Olmo, including Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich. The Spanish World Cup winner fits the profile sought by some clubs to operate as a number 10 or false nine, but there has been no progress in terms of concrete offers: no official proposal has been lodged.
Deco meets Olmo's entourage
FC Barcelona's sporting director, Deco, met with Dani Olmo's agent to take stock of the player's situation. This démarche established that Bayern Munich's interest is real, but no formal discussions have taken place with any suitors. The Catalan club would only be willing to part with him if the financial offer is very high.
The player is not ready to leave
Dani Olmo is going through a period of frustration regarding his playing time at FC Barcelona, where he is currently behind in the pecking order to Fermín López under Hansi Flick. Nevertheless, the player does not plan to leave the club where he rejoined in 2024 on a six-year contract, according to published elements.
Additional information from the published elements:
- Paris Saint-Germain have signed D. Fernandez and Ferran Torres this year, and Barça names continue to be associated with the capital club.
- No figure, transfer timeline, or concrete proposal is mentioned in the available materials.
Your questions, our answers
Who is interested in Dani Olmo?
Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich are cited among the clubs interested in Dani Olmo.
Has FC Barcelona met Olmo's entourage?
Yes, Deco, FC Barcelona's sporting director, met Dani Olmo's agent to take stock of the player's situation.
Will Dani Olmo leave in summer 2026?
No: Dani Olmo does not want to leave FC Barcelona and no official offer had been reported as of October 17, 2026.