Dani Olmo: The Surprise Football Star and His Personal Life

Have you ever heard of a footballer who came out of nowhere and became a star? That’s Dani Olmo! Let’s learn about him, his girlfriend, his family, and how he helps others — all in a super simple way.

Who Is Dani Olmo?

Dani Olmo is a football player who wears the number 10 shirt for the Spanish national team.

• Back in late 2019, a player from Dinamo Zagreb (a football club in Croatia) was a big surprise on the national team list made by coach Robert Moreno.
• Newspapers said: “Dani Olmo is the big surprise of Robert Moreno’s list” when he was called to the main Spanish team for the first time.
• Most people in Spain didn’t know him because he trained far away from big spotlights, in Croatia’s most successful club.
• Later, he moved to RB Leipzig (a German club), and then joined Barcelona in summer 2024 after the Euro Cup.

Important Point: Dani was born in May 1998 in Terrassa, Spain. He started in the youth teams of FC Barcelona, then went to Croatia, and is known for his skill and game vision (that means he’s good at seeing where to pass the ball). He is playing his second World Cup with Spain (the first was Qatar 2022).

His Girlfriend: Laura Schmitt

Dani lives a quiet life outside of football with his girlfriend, Laura Schmitt. She is a German influencer (someone famous on social media) nicknamed “Abla.”

• Laura is popular on Instagram. Her style and posts attract more and more followers.
• In the last two years, her followers nearly tripled: from 150,000 in summer 2024 to over 400,000 in July 2026.
• The couple met in Germany while Dani played football there. She has been a constant support for him.
• Laura is not just a social media figure — she is a loyal partner who goes to football events with Dani.
• She has been seen at Spain’s big tournaments wearing Spain’s shirt, showing support for Dani even more than for her own country.
• They keep their relationship low-profile (meaning they don’t show too much to the media) and share special moments privately.

Important Point: This balance between personal and professional life helps Dani focus on football while enjoying a stable and happy personal life.

His Family Roots

Dani’s family is a big part of who he is.

• He is very close to his older brother, Carlos, who is also a footballer and plays for San Cristóbal, a Catalan team in Tercera Federación (a lower Spanish league).
• Their brotherly bond is a source of inspiration and mutual support.
• Dani doesn’t have many tattoos, but he has a special one: a kind of three-dot flower on his right arm. His mom and brother have the same tattoo!
• He is also very close to his grandparents.
• His love for football likely comes from his dad, Miquel Olmo Forte, a former player and coach of teams like CD Montcada, UE Vilassar de Mar, Figures, and Girona.

His Charity Work

Dani uses some of his salary to help others.

• He is part of Common Goal, an organization that supports football charity projects worldwide.
• He runs his own football camp (a place where kids learn football). He helps young talents and gives a lot of the money raised to charities.

Important Point: Dani Olmo shows that being a star can also mean giving back to the community.

Summary

Dani Olmo went from a unknown young player in Croatia to a key Spanish footballer at Barcelona and the national team. He keeps a private life with girlfriend Laura Schmitt, stays close to his brother and parents, has a small but meaningful family tattoo, and helps others through Common Goal and his own camp. A true team player on and off the field!

FAQ

1. When was Dani Olmo first called to Spain’s main national team?
At the end of 2019, after playing for Dinamo Zagreb in Croatia.

2. Who is Laura Schmitt?
She is Dani’s German influencer girlfriend (nickname “Abla”) with over 400,000 Instagram followers in July 2026.

3. What is the special tattoo Dani has?
A three-dot flower on his right arm, shared with his mother and brother.

4. How does Dani help charities?
He gives part of his salary via Common Goal and runs a football camp that donates to good causes.