DANI OLMO NEWS

Ruled out Saturday Olmo (strain) is not in the squad to face Werder Bremen on Saturday.

Impact Olmo was a doubt in the buildup to the match and ultimately has been ruled out of Saturday's contest, breaking a streak of 18 starts. The attacker will hope to return in time for next week's season finale against Frankfurt.

MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Late call for weekend Olmo (strain) is set to be a late call for Saturday's match versus Werder Bremen.

Impact Olmo has played the last 18 matches in a row, leaving him at a questionable status for the Werder clash. In that span, the midfielder had started 16 games, recording two goals and four assists with 30 chances created and 28 tackles in that span.

MAY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Productive in dominant win Olmo generated five shots (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate) and four chances created in Saturday's 4-1 win over Borussia Dortmund.

Impact While Olmo was not involved in any of his side's four goals, he still had a very productive match. He set a season high with four chances created and took five shots, although none were on target. He played well defensively too as he won three tackles, intercepted two passes and made two clearances in his full 90 minutes of action.

APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opener versus Wolfsburg Olmo scored a goal off six shots (three on target) and created one chance during Saturday's 3-0 win over Wolfsburg.

Impact Olmo was a nightmare for the opposing defense as he opened the scoring for Leipzig with a great turnaround finish from long range in the 13th minute, led all players in shots attempted and was involved on the play that led to the third goal. With five or more shots attempted in four of his last five starts in all competitions, Olmo will hope this translates into more goals during the closing stages of the campaign.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in one sided win Olmo had an assist while taking an off target shot, creating three chances and making three tackles (winning two) during Saturday's match against Freiburg.

Impact Olmo set up Lois Openda in the 18th minute while leading Leipzig in chances created and tackles of his substitution in the 76th minute. The assist was Olmo's first goal involvement in just over a month as he's taken 12 shots, created five chances and made seven tackles over his last three league appearances.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Frustrated Saturday Olmo registered six shots (three on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Mainz.

Impact Olmo was so eager to break the deadlock throughout Saturday's draw but he was unable to do so. The attacking midfielder piled forward at every chance but he just couldn't get on the scoresheet. While it was a frustrating day at the office the volume from Olmo is encouraging and in the coming weeks he will likely have some favorable finishing.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Leader in shots, interceptions Olmo took five shots (one on goal), crossed twice inaccurately, created a chance and made two interceptions during Friday's 5-1 win over Koln.

Impact Olmo was held off the scoresheet, but was active on both sides of the ball leading Leipzig in shots and interceptions in the match. The attacker has just one goal involvement in 2024, but has taken nine shots, creating five chances and crossed three times over his last three Bundesliga appearances.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Contribution in consecutive games Olmo scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 4-1 victory over Bochum.

Impact Olmo was the third player to find the net in an action-packed first half Saturday, netting a goal in the 30th minute to give the club a 2-1 lead. The attacker has now registered a goal contribution in each of his last two contests after notching an assist against Bayern Munich last week. He now has seven goal contributions in league play this season, with three of those being goals and the other two coming as assists.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Assists despite loss Olmo assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Bayern Munich.

Impact Olmo put his name back on the scoresheet in one of the absolute hardest matches of the season. The attacking midfielder has had his amazing form disrupted by injuries, but now that he's back in the starting XI he has the potential to be one of the most productive options in the Bundesliga. Olmo should continue to see a major role as long as he can stay fit.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Bags assist in draw Olmo assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus FC Augsburg.

Impact Olmo recorded an assist Saturday as his cross in the 52nd minute connected with Benjamin Sesko's head to take the 2-1 lead. It marked his third assist of the season, two of which have come in his last four matches.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet despite win Olmo recorded two shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 2-0 win versus Union Berlin.

Impact Olmo was pedestrian during Sunday's win, sending in just a single cross and failing to create like he normally does. The attacking midfielder has struggled with injuries and doesn't seem to be back to his pre-injury best. Still Olmo is an elite attacking option who should play his way back into form if he can stay fit.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Plays final 22 minutes Olmo took two off target shots, crossed twice accurately and created three chances during Saturday's 1-0 loss to Frankfurt.

Impact Olmo entered the match in the 68th minute making his first appearance since October. The attacker will continue to work his way back to full match fitness before attempting to return to the starting XI.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Among substitutes Saturday Olmo (shoulder) is among the substitutes for Saturday's match against Frankfurt.

Impact Olmo returns from a shoulder injury which has kept him out of action since October. The attacker is available from the bench having scored twice and provided an assist in five Bundesliga appearances.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Working individually Olmo (shoulder) is rehabbing individually to start RB Leipzig's training camp.

Impact Olmo was included in the training camp squad, but he only kicked off with an individual session. The attacking midfielder was in absolutely flying form before going down with yet another frustrating injury. He has an outside chance to return in some capacity for a Jan. 13 clash with Frankfurt, though a start would be surprising.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Still unavailable Tuesday Olmo remains out of action heading into Tuesday's clash with Werder Bremen.

Impact Olmo has already been out of action for the club's last nine matches and seems no closer to getting back into the squad. Still, the club will have some extra time off thanks to the winter break, which could give Olmo a chance to get back into team training. Even once cleared to play, Olmo is far from a lock for the starting XI after coming off the bench in each of his last three contests.

DECEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Working individually Olmo (shoulder) has been training on the grass individually since his surgery.

Impact Olmo is making great progress since his shoulder surgery as he is back on the grass. He could make a return before the 2023 year ends, granted any setbacks in his recovery. Before going down on injury, the midfielder had scored three goals and one assist in six games, three of them coming as starts.

NOVEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes successful surgery Olmo underwent successful surgery for a sprained acromioclavicular joint in his shoulder and is "doing well", the team announced.

Impact There is no exact timetable for Olmo's return, but is guaranteed to miss the rest of the calendar year. He had started three of the six matches played for the team, recording three goals and one assist. The midfielder also dealt with a knee injury in September that lost him his starting role even after his hot start to the season.

NOVEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

MATCHDAY: Leipzig takes on Wolfsburg in German Cup

Leipzig heads to Wolfsburg in the second round of the German Cup without Dani Olmo after the Spain midfielder injured his shoulder in the 6-0 demolition of Cologne in the Bundeslig...

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Surgery possible Olmo (shoulder) is set to be miss the remainder of 2023 due to a shoulder injury, according to manager Marco Rose.

Impact Olmo returned off the bench for the third time since recovering from a leg issue and is now on the sideline indefinitely with a shoulder injury. Rose also added that surgery is possible. It's yet another awful turn for Olmo who is incredibly talented when on the pitch but can seemingly never stay fit and available. Timo Werner and Emil Forsberg will be in for more minutes with Olmo sidelined.

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Leipzig midfielder Dani Olmo set to be out for the rest of the year with shoulder injury

Leipzig coach Marco Rose has indicated the team will likely have to cope without Dani Olmo until the new year after the Spain midfielder injured his shoulder

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores off bench in UCL win Olmo scored a goal off his lone shot after coming off the bench during Wednesday's 3-1 Champions League win over Red Star Belgrade.

Impact Olmo was brought once again off the bench, replacing Xavi Simons in the 75th minute, and, less than 10 minutes later, the playmaker appeared at the right place to seal the 3-1 win with an easy tap-in off the crossbar. Olmo, who's still regaining his best conditioning after already missing time with a knee injury, will hope to get more playing time during Saturday's Bundesliga clash against Koln.

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns in rout Olmo came off the bench for the final 10 minutes of Saturday's 3-1 win over Darmstadt.

Impact Olmo made his return after six matches on the sideline and created a chance in just 10 minutes. Prior to his injury Olmo and Xavi Simons were forming one of the best creative partnerships in Germany, form they will hope to rekindle. Talent has never been the concern for Olmo who just struggles to stay on the pitch and play the minutes his talent deserves. Now that he is fit once more it will be Emil Forsberg who falls into a more rotational role as Olmo presumably take his starting job straight away.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could return Saturday Olmo (knee) may be an option against Darmstadt on Saturday after rejoining first-team training Tuesday.

Impact Olmo has missed the last six contests due to his knee problem but could be ready to rejoin the squad. Prior to getting hurt, the attacking midfielder started the opening three contests in which he registered two goals on six shots (three on target), one assist and five crosses (zero accurate). While he may not start right out the gate, Olmo should be in contention for a spot in the starting XI once back up to full match fitness.

OCTOBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Completes training Wednesday Olmo (knee) took part in Wednesday's training session.

Impact Olmo has missed the club's last six matches due to his knee problem but could be trending in the right direction coming out of the international break. Prior to his absence, the attacking midfielder started three consecutive matches in which he recorded two goals on six shots (three on target), one assist and five crosses (zero accurate). If Olmo is cleared ahead of the club's Oct. 21 clash with Darmstadt, he should be in contention for a spot in the starting XI.

OCTOBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out for UCL match Olmo (knee) won't be an option for Wednesday's match against Manchester City, according to the team. "Olmo is developing in the right direction. However, it is still too early."

Impact Olmo will remain sidelined for another match while he tries to recover from a knee injury. The attacker will now miss Leipzig's last five matches and may still be a couple of weeks away from a return. The club's statement did hint he was making good progress, but they will not want to rush one of their most important players back to the field. His most likely return date will be against Darmstadt after the international break.

OCTOBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE