Carlo Ancelotti Speaks Out on Dani Olmo Registration Controversy, Barcelona Warned to Comply
Carlo Ancelotti, the former AC Milan coach, has stepped into the spotlight regarding the polemic surrounding Dani Olmo’s status at Barcelona. According to him, Blaugrana must adhere to the rules set by LaLiga.
Dani Olmo’s future as a Barcelona player is once again in jeopardy, as he, along with Pau Victor, has been removed from Barcelona’s squad list effective January 1st. This issue is related to the financial problems plaguing the Catalan club.
Barcelona can only field Olmo and Victor for half of the season due to the salary cap imposed by LaLiga.
### President Joan Laporta’s Efforts to Keep Olmo Playing
In a bid to ensure Olmo can still play in the second half of the season, Barcelona’s President Joan Laporta has been exploring various avenues. After having two appeals rejected, Laporta is now providing evidence of a collaboration involving the sale of VIP Camp Nou tribune to a Qatari company worth 100 million euros.
The situation is being closely monitored, not only by Barcelona but also by several other LaLiga clubs. These clubs are even prepared to file complaints against the competition’s organizers if Barcelona is allowed to register Olmo. Barcelona has received special treatment from LaLiga on several occasions since the onset of the financial crisis during the Covid-19 pandemic.
### Ancelotti’s Stance and Madrid’s Perspective
This development has also caught the attention of Carlo Ancelotti, the coach of Madrid. According to the Italian, Barcelona must be willing to let go of Olmo as it aligns with the league’s regulations.
“I haven’t paid much attention to the details of this issue. I can only say that all clubs and rules must be respected. I can’t answer because I don’t know the specifics,” Ancelotti stated, as quoted by ESPN.
On the other hand, Barcelona’s sharp decline in performance has added to the complexity of the situation for Hansi Flick’s squad. From mid-November to the end of 2024, El Barca has suffered more losses than victories, with only 3 wins in their last 9 matches across competitions.
As the controversy surrounding Dani Olmo’s registration continues to unfold, Barcelona finds itself at a crossroads, balancing between compliance with regulations and the pressure to retain a key player. The outcome of this saga remains uncertain, with implications not only for the club but also for the broader LaLiga landscape.
