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CSD Upholds Barcelona Player Registrations, Overruling LaLiga and RFEF Objections

The Spanish National Sports Council has permanently validated the registrations of Dani Olmo and Pau Victor, citing procedural violations by LaLiga and the RFEF.

Soccer Football - General views of Camp Nou Construction - Camp Nou, Barcelona, Spain - July 13, 2023 General view as construction work continues on Camp Nou
Soccer Football - LaLiga - FC Barcelona v Osasuna - Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys, Barcelona, Spain - March 27, 2025 FC Barcelona's Dani Olmo scores their second goal from the penalty spot REUTERS/Albert Gea

Overview

  • Spain's National Sports Council (CSD) ruled on April 3, 2025, to uphold the registrations of Barcelona players Dani Olmo and Pau Victor for the remainder of the season.
  • The CSD invalidated LaLiga and RFEF's objections, citing procedural errors and jurisdictional overreach in their attempts to block the registrations.
  • LaLiga recently lowered Barcelona's wage cap, alleging discrepancies in the club's revised financial accounts compared to previous audits.
  • Barcelona's earlier compliance with Financial Fair Play rules relied on revenue projections from VIP seat sales at the renovated Camp Nou.
  • The case highlights ongoing tensions in Spanish football governance, with unresolved disputes over financial regulations and competitive integrity.