FROM BRAZIL TO MILAN? INTER EYE €30M PALMEIRAS MIDFIELDER RIOS AFTER HIS OTAMENDI DIG & WORLD CUP SHOW
Barcelona’s transfer window is reaching a critical point as they pursue Spain internationals Nico Williams and Dani Olmo—but mounting financial pressure and contract complications are threatening to derail both moves.
While the Catalans remain in advanced talks for Athletic Club winger Nico Williams, they’ve hit a fresh obstacle in their pursuit of Dani Olmo, with RB Leipzig now demanding unpaid bonuses from the Spaniard’s previous move—adding further financial stress to an already delicate situation.
Leipzig Want Their Cut for Olmo
Barcelona have reignited interest in Dani Olmo, who remains a top target for the new project under Hansi Flick. However, any hopes of a discount from RB Leipzig have been quashed. The Bundesliga side are insisting Barcelona pay all due bonuses linked to his performance clauses and past agreements before entertaining a lower transfer fee.
Background: Barcelona were hoping Leipzig would negotiate a reduced fee below Olmo’s reported release clause (~€60 million).
Leipzig’s stance: The club wants past obligations settled before finalizing any potential sale this summer.
Why it matters: Even if Barca agree personal terms with Olmo, Leipzig could stall or block the deal without payment—further slowing Barcelona's summer plans.
Nico Williams Pursuit Continues
Simultaneously, Barcelona are pushing to land Nico Williams, one of Spain’s standout performers at Euro 2024. The €58 million release clause is affordable on paper—but Barcelona’s ability to register the winger remains a major concern.
The player is open: Nico is reportedly interested in joining a club with Champions League ambitions and a Spanish core.
Salary limits: Barcelona’s current wage structure under La Liga rules makes immediate registration of new signings extremely difficult without outgoing transfers.
Flick factor: New coach Hansi Flick sees Williams as an essential wide option to revive the team’s attacking identity.
Possible Departures Being Considered
In order to create space, the club is exploring exits for:
Ferran Torres – Drawing interest from Premier League sides
Raphinha – A high-earning winger who could command a decent fee
Andreas Christensen – Offers from Saudi clubs are under consideration
Sergi̱o Dest РReturn from loan, but unlikely to stay
Without significant sales, neither Nico Williams nor Dani Olmo can be fully registered—regardless of whether fees are paid.
The Bigger Picture
Barcelona are at a crossroads. With young stars like Lamine Yamal and Pau Cubarsà leading the new generation, adding Spanish talents like Olmo and Williams would solidify the national identity and attacking depth. But financial management is again threatening to overshadow sporting ambition.
While President Joan Laporta and sporting director Deco continue negotiations behind the scenes, fans are once again reminded that this isn’t the free-spending Barça of old. Every deal must be balanced with caution.
What Happens Next?
Leipzig decision: The German side expects a formal response from Barcelona on bonus payments in the coming days.
Nico timeline: The winger’s clause is active—but can only be triggered once La Liga confirms Barcelona’s registration compliance.
Player pressure: Both Olmo and Williams are open to the moves, but don’t want uncertainty dragging into August.
Final Word
Barcelona’s ambitious double swoop for Dani Olmo and Nico Williams is hanging by a thread. RB Leipzig's demand for bonus payments and La Liga’s strict registration limits have turned a dream transfer window into a logistical nightmare. Now, the clock is ticking for the Catalan giants to sell, settle, and spend—before two of Spain’s brightest stars slip through their fingers.
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