Dani Olmo

Spanish footballer and UEFA Euro 2020 participant

Dani Olmo - Spanish footballer and UEFA Euro 2020 participant
Born

May 7th, 1998
27 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Spain

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A professional footballer, primarily plays as an attacking midfielder. Developed in the youth academy of FC Barcelona before moving to Dinamo Zagreb in 2014. Achieved significant success in Croatia, winning four domestic league titles and participating in the UEFA Champions League. Transferred to RB Leipzig in 2020, contributing to the team's Bundesliga campaigns. Represented Spain at various youth levels, later making appearances for the senior national team, including in UEFA Euro 2020. Known for technical skills and versatility on the pitch.

Played for RB Leipzig in the Bundesliga

Won four league titles with Dinamo Zagreb

Participated in UEFA Euro 2020 with Spain

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