Barcelona Poised to Shift Barça–PSG to Montjuic as Camp Nou Works Continue

Overview

• The new Spotify Camp Nou remains a visible construction site with unresolved safety issues, including recent drainage problems during heavy rains.
• Barcelona recently moved a league match to the 8,000-seat Johan Cruyff Stadium after finding it could not safely accommodate 25,000 at the new venue.
• Montjuic is expected to host PSG’s visit, and the city has hired specialists to restore its pitch after summer concerts, including a Post Malone show.
• According to reporting citing UEFA norms, Champions League venues must hold about 45,000 and clubs cannot change stadiums during the group phase without an exemption.
• Barça is seeking a derogation, with a UEFA expert panel due in roughly fifteen days, while local architectural and municipal approvals are still required for any Camp Nou opening.