When Barcelona parted with €60m in the late summer to bring Dani Olmo back to the club, it wasn’t a universally popular decision.
The general gist that appeared to be doing the rounds on social media and on Barca forums was ‘what was the sense in buying a player of the type we already had in situ and arguably with finances it could be said we don’t really have at present.’
Within a few short months, the 26-year-old has answered any questions - and any critics - emphatically.
Another two goals against Espanyol brings his total in 2024/25 to a hugely impressive five goals in five La Liga games - given he’s not been available for the other matches because of injury or eligibility issues.