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Dani Olmo set for emotional Poljud reception as Croatia fans prepare to welcome Barcelona star

Barcelona midfielder could receive a standing ovation from Croatian supporters after revealing his long-standing commitment to helping Vukovar

Published: Tuesday, 6 October 2026 at 5:38 PM
Dani Olmo set for emotional Poljud reception as Croatia fans prepare to welcome Barcelona star
Key Things to Know
  • Croatian supporters are reportedly planning a standing ovation for Dani Olmo at Poljud Stadium.
  • Olmo has donated two percent of his yearly gross salary to Vukovar since leaving Dinamo Zagreb in 2020.
  • The Barcelona midfielder spent six formative years developing his career at Dinamo Zagreb between 2014 and 2020.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Croatian supporters are reportedly planning to give Spain and Barcelona midfielder Dani Olmo a standing ovation at Poljud Stadium in Split. Despite playing for the opposing national team, Olmo maintains strong ties to Croatia, where he spent six formative years playing for Dinamo Zagreb before moving to RB Leipzig and Barcelona.

The planned tribute follows revelations from his agent, Andy Bara, confirming Olmo has donated two percent of his yearly gross salary to Vukovar since 2020. Olmo, who also supports initiatives in Slavonski Brod, stated that he remains indebted to the country for shaping his personal and professional career.

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