According to Sport, Olmo has spoken in a documentary about his experience moving to Croatia to play football at age 16, saying that period helped him mature much faster.

Olmo has become one of Europe's finest attacking midfielders. While some still haven't fully recognized his performances, the talent of the player born in Terrassa is undeniable. He was a key player for Spain's national team in winning the European Championship and World Cup, and he also plays a crucial role at Barcelona.

Olmo's path to this position was not easy. Through patience and hard work, he carved out his own journey, even choosing to test himself abroad. In 2014, at age 16, while still playing for Barcelona's U16/U18 academy teams, Olmo left Spain to play in Croatia, hoping to gain more opportunities and professional playing time. At that time, the lingering effects of the Balkan Wars were still clearly visible in the country.

The climate, distance from family, and pressure of facing more physically capable opponents turned the experience into a real challenge.

In August 2014, Olmo and his father, Miquel Olmo, packed their bags, said goodbye to their days at La Masia, and ventured into a completely unfamiliar football environment and culture. In 2015, at age 16, he made his senior debut for Dinamo Zagreb, where he stayed until the 2019/20 season before joining RB Leipzig in Germany.

After winning the European Championship with Spain's national team and becoming the tournament's top scorer, Olmo returned to Barcelona in summer 2024. In early January 2025, his situation at the club caused a major shock when La Liga temporarily cancelled his registration due to Barcelona's salary limit issues.

In this four-part documentary showing the private life of Spain's national team during their preparations for the 2026 World Cup, Olmo has spoken about his experience in Zagreb. He said: "I matured much faster than I would have staying at Barcelona."

Now at 28, Olmo competes with Fermín for a spot and has become a fan favourite. He is an indispensable member of Spain's national team. Matches against Croatia hold special significance for him due to his strong connection with the Adriatic nation.

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