Barcelona closes its preseason today against AS Monaco with Dani Olmo ready for his club debut.
The Blaugrana host the French side in their opening match of the annual campaign at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys with Spanish star Olmo ready for action.
Ahead of the 2023/24 La Liga season, Barcelona have completed a major transfer deal to bring Olmo back to the club in a €60 million ($65 million) move from RB Leipzig.
The 26-year-old has eased back into pre-season training in recent days following an extended summer break after playing a key role in Spain’s Euro 2024 triumph.
His quick adaptation has impressed coach Hansi Flick and the former Bayern Munich boss is ready to give him some playing time against AS Monaco.
However, with Flick still looking to manage the team’s comeback following a busy summer of international action, Olmo will likely start on the bench.
Reports from a Spanish media Brand They say he will be a substitute until the second half with Marc-André Ter Stegen as Barcelona captain following the departure of club captain Sergi Roberto.
Barcelona pre-season results, start of La Liga
Flick has enjoyed a positive first few months in charge of Barcelona with a summer tour of the United States providing the opportunity to test his team.
Victories over Manchester City and Clasico rivals Real Madrid were the standout stories of their trip across the Atlantic, with striker Pau Victor catching the eye with his goals in both games.
Following the clash against AS Monaco, Barcelona begin their La Liga campaign away to Valencia on 17 August, before the UEFA Champions League league phase gets underway on 17 September.
