Dani Olmo, who was the top scorer in the recent Euro Cup and played a key role in pushing the Spanish team towards the continental title, has received a written proposal from FC Barcelona. The proposal offers the Leipzig player a six-year contract, as reported by Ferran Martínez in MD. Olmo, a former Barça youth player, is currently under contract with the German club until 2027. Until last Saturday, he had an exit clause set at 60 million euros, but this price is unlikely to change much this summer. Even though the clause has expired, there are talks about the possibility of Olmo leaving this preseason. Recently, there have been market movements from Leipzig, a team known for spotting talent, regarding a player who, while not tactically similar to Olmo, is also very creative and operates in the attacking midfield, although he is more of a traditional winger. Tuttosport, the Turin-based media outlet, reported that Juventus is preparing an offer for Francisco Conceaiçao, a 22-year-old Portuguese winger who impressed during the Eurocup. Premier League clubs and Leipzig are also reportedly interested in Conceiçao, who could potentially replace Olmo if he were to leave.
While each player is unique, Conceiçao shares similarities with Olmo as a creative player who operates in the attacking midfield, excels in dribbling, and provides great assists. However, Conceiçao is more of a traditional winger compared to Olmo. The 26-year-old Spanish international is a target for Barcelona, but the club is waiting for clarity on their market flexibility according to LaLiga regulations.
The connection between Conceiçao and Leipzig adds another interesting twist to a story that has a known beginning but an uncertain ending. The Porto player, under contract until 2029, is now being considered by Juventus as a potential alternative to signing Englishman Jadon Sancho from Manchester United, a deal that seems to be stalling. In the case of Leipzig, a club known for its strategic market planning, Conceiçao could be a backup option if Olmo, the Terrassa player, ends up departing.
Juventus is looking to make a move for the Porto winger born in 2002, who was a standout player in the recent Euro Cup. Reports have mentioned that Juve is ready to make an offer for Conceiçao, but not at the rumored prices. This is because the talented winger has a release clause of 45 million euros in his contract, which was recently increased. Juve and their market executive, Cristiano Giuntoli, are hoping to arrange a loan deal for this season with an obligation to buy, but Porto may not be easily convinced, especially with interest from Leipzig.
This content has been translated and adapted from the Spanish version of the digital newspaper
