Spain’s midfielder, Dani Olmo, stirred up speculation ahead of the Euro 2024 final against England at the Olympiastadion with a peculiar gesture.
The RB Leipzig star, who has been outstanding for La Roja in the tournament, leading the Golden Boot race with three goals and two assists, was seen drinking from an empty teacup as he stepped onto the pitch before kickoff.
This action caught the attention of many, including former England international and ITV pundit Ian Wright, who interpreted it as a subtle taunt directed at the Three Lions.
Spain midfielder Dani Olmo seemed to subtly taunt England before the match.
Ian Wright, a former England player and ITV pundit, believed Olmo was teasing England.
Wright’s suspicions were echoed by ITV presenter Mark Pougatch, who questioned the intention behind Olmo’s unusual action.
Olmo, a standout performer for Spain in Germany, has attracted interest from several top clubs. According to reports, his £55 million release clause, which was set to expire on Monday, has been extended due to Spain’s impressive run to the Euro 2024 final.
Olmo’s goal secured Spain’s victory over France in the semi-final.
Olmo has been a key player for RB Leipzig since joining from Dinamo Zagreb in 2020, scoring 29 goals in 148 appearances. Prior to his time in Germany, he played for Espanyol and Barcelona in his native Spain.
Now, Premier League giants Manchester United and Liverpool are rumored to be among the clubs considering triggering his release clause in the coming days. Bayern Munich and Barcelona are also reportedly monitoring the talented midfielder.