Barcelona confirm Dani Olmo is out with injury ahead of Benfica

On January 20, 2025By Littum

Barcelona have been dealt an injury blow to Dani Olmo ahead of their next match against Benfica in Champions League.

Olmo complained of muscular discomfort after coming on as a substitute against Getafe on Saturday, according to Mundo Deportivo.

Barcelona say Olmo is out and will miss the midweek game against the Portuguese side

MEDICAL NEWS | Barça player Dani Olmo has a right soleus strain. He is out for the next game and his return will be determined by his recovery. pic.twitter.com/E0EGJVJnXP

— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) 19 January 2025

Barcelona can automatically qualify for the next stage of the competition against Benfica, which would be a big boost.

The loss of Olmo will be a blow for Hansi Flick and his side, especially after an impressive display against Real Betis in the Copa del Rey

The Barca boss is likely to give an update on Olmo and how much more time he will miss when he meets the press on Monday at his press conference.