DANI OLMO NEWS

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

Set for few weeks absence Olmo is set to miss the next few matches after picking up a knee injury with the Spain national team.

Impact Olmo could see a return near the end of September following his knee injury while on international duty. He's started all three matches thus far for Leipzig, totaling two goals in that span. Timo Werner could see more playing time in the attach while Olmo is sidelined.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Augsburg Olmo (knee) will miss Saturday's clash with Augsburg, Leipzig reports.

Impact Olmo could face a longer spell on the sideline but is hoping the knee injury is a minor one. The injury prone attacking midfielder is one of the best in the Bundesliga when fit and should be a top option whenever he can get on the pitch.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up knee injury Olmo (knee) suffered a knee injury and is returning to Leipzig for evaluation, the club announced.

Impact Olmo at the very least is going to undergo tests, but this is an awful concern for the oft-injured attacker. Olmo is one of the most talented in the Bundesliga but seems to end up on the sideline via injury more often than not. Olmo's potential absence would push Timo Werner into the starting XI.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

First assist Olmo assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 3-0 victory against Union Berlin.

Impact Olmo assisted once, keeping his streak alive to open the Bundesliga. Olmo most importantly has stayed healthy heading into the international break, when fit he is one of the most dangerous attackers in Germany. Alongside Lois Openda and Xavi Simons, Olmo could be in for a career-year if he can stay fit and on the pitch.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ridiculous form continues Olmo scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Friday's 5-1 victory versus VfB Stuttgart.

Impact Olmo has now scored five goals in three matches across two Bundesliga matches and the Super Cup. One of the most talented attacking options in Germany Olmo is impossible to ignore and when fit should be one of the top playmakers for Leipzig. The only concern for Olmo is the aforementioned fitness as he has started less than half the available Bundesliga matches in the past two seasons.

AUGUST 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores with lone shot Olmo scored a goal with his lone shot while creating a chance during Saturday's 3-2 loss to Leverkusen.

Impact Olmo found the back of the net in the 39th minute scoring with his lone shot of the match. Olmo is in red hot form to start the season, scoring a hat trick in the German Super Cup and a goal during Saturday's Bundesliga opener, as he's halfway to last season's goal total after just one match.

AUGUST 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Extends contract with Leipzig Olmo has signed a four-year contract extension with RB Leipzig, the club announced Thursday.

Impact Olmo has tallied 13 goals and 19 assists across 86 Bundesliga appearances, plus another two goals and two assists in 15 Champions League games since joining Leipzig in January 2020, and the 25-year-old has now signed on to remain at the club through the 2026/27 campaign. He's suffered through multiple injuries over the last two seasons and has only been able to start at least 20 league matches one time across his three full seasons in Germany thus far, so the attacking midfielder/winger will hope to maintain his fitness first and foremost moving forward.

JUNE 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tallies assist Olmo assisted once to go with seven chances created in Saturday's 4-2 victory over Schalke.

Impact Olmo assisted while totaling a season-high of chances created for one of his best performances of the year. A few stints on the injured list had kept the midfielder on the sidelines for a handful of games this campaign, making 15 starts in 26 appearances in all competitions, generating two goals, five assists and 40 chances created. He will return to the club for his fifth season for the upcoming 2023/24 campaign.

MAY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in win Olmo had four shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-1 victory versus Bayern Munich.

Impact Olmo had plenty to do during Saturday's win, piling on shots throughout the match. The attacking midfielder has been elite when on the pitch but has struggled to stay on the pitch consistently. Olmo is one of the top creative options on the pitch when healthy, tallying six goal contributions in 14 starts of what has been an injury-marred season.

MAY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Playing against Bayern Munich Olmo (strain) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against Bayern Munich.

Impact The Spanish playmaker participated in parts of training throughout the week and was doubtful at best, but he ended up cracking the starting lineup for this pivotal contest. Expect him to feature in the frontline behind Andre Silva and as an attacking midfielder next to Christopher Nkunku.

MAY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Olmo (strain) participated in parts of team training ahead of Saturday's trip to Bayern Munich,

Impact Olmo had to sit out last match with a muscle problem, but looks to be back and training with the team. He is expected to start Saturday after getting the start three times in the last four games. However, if the midfielder does not recover in time, then Emil Forsberg could see the start again in his place.

MAY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Missing with muscle strain Olmo is not in the match day squad to face Werder Bremen on Sunday due to a muscle strain.

Impact Olmo misses out on Sunday's match after succumbing to a muscle injury in the buildup. Emil Forsberg enters the starting XI through Olmo's absence.

MAY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates five chances Olmo took three shots (one on goal), crossed twice inaccurately and created five chances during Sunday's 2-0 loss to Leverkusen.

Impact Olmo was held off the scoresheet, but wasn't alone as Leipzig were shutout on Sunday. The attacker has scored two goals and provided four assists in 19 appearances while his five chances created led Leipzig in the loss.

APRIL 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for return Saturday Olmo (rest) is available for Saturday's clash with Mainz, manager Marco Rose announced.

Impact Olmo is back in training, but is dealing with extreme fatigue during a busy part of the schedule. The midfielder is fit and available for Saturday's clash, though he's been on the bench in the final three matches before the international break. Due to fatigue it's likely Olmo returns to the bench once more.

MARCH 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returning to club early Olmo has withdrawn from the Spanish National Team ahead of Tuesday's Euro qualifier against Scotland due to fatigue, according to Leipzig manager Marco Rose before the game.

Impact Olmo will be back in Leipzig on Wednesday and will hope to get the proper rest and recovery in time to be available for his club when the Bundesliga campaign resumes against Mainz this weekend. He hasn't started in the league since suffering a thigh injury in late January.

MARCH 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

No Haaland as Spain beats Norway; Wales draws with Croatia

New faces have dominated European Championship qualifying as Spain coach Luis de la Fuente swept aside Norway in his first game in charge and a Wales forward rescued a dramatic dra...

MARCH 25, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Great debuts for De la Fuente, Joselu as Spain beats Norway

Spain got off to a winning start under new coach Luis de la Fuente by beating Norway 3-0 to open its qualifying campaign for the 2024 European Championship

MARCH 25, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Come on as sub Saturday Olmo recorded one pass in Saturday's 3-0 win against Monchengladbach.

Impact Olmo made a quick appearance Saturday off the bench after missing the last six matches with a thigh injury. Prior to his injury, he had totaled three goals and three assists on 29 shots (13 on target), 12 chances created and 11 crosses (two accurate) in the last 10 games. He is expected to return back to the starting XI once he regains full match fitness.

MARCH 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes bench against Gladbach Olmo is fit and in the match day squad to face Borussia Monchengladbach on Saturday.

Impact Olmo returns from a thigh injury which has kept him out of action since the end of January. The attacker starts from the bench but is available if called upon Saturday.

MARCH 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could feature Saturday Olmo (thigh) has been training with the team and is in doubt for Saturday's match versus Borussia Monchengladbach.

Impact Olmo has missed the last six matches with a thigh injury, but is making great progress and could be a late test for Saturday. When healthy, he is usually a regular starter, making 10 starts in 15 appearances in all competitions. Once the midfielder is ready to start, he will offer goal assistance with four assists already in the campaign.

MARCH 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Participates in parts of training Olmo (thigh) will complete parts of training Tuesday as he continues to work his way back to the team.

Impact Olmo has been out since Feb 4 after suffering a torn thigh muscle, but is making progress and working his way back to a return to the pitch. He will aim for a return for the Champions League clash against Manchester City on Mar 14, however he would have to complete in full training if he wants to be considered an option for that match.

MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE