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Laporta Touts Barça Recovery at Telematic Assembly Ahead of 2026 Vote

His optimistic pitch faces scrutiny over reported losses, including a €17 million deficit.

Overview

  • Joan Laporta told members the club is “much better” than four and a half years ago, credited his board with avoiding bankruptcy, promised members would not be charged more, and rejected converting Barça into a Sociedad Anónima Deportiva.
  • He highlighted an improved Spotify partnership and progress on the Camp Nou remodel, noting receipt of a first-occupation license and offering thanks to the Barcelona City Council.
  • Laporta said UEFA initially sought to bar Barça from the next Champions League over financial fair play, claiming the club’s fine was reduced to €15 million from €60 million.
  • The assembly was conducted exclusively online, with participation rising from 54 members at first call to 638 by the close of the session.
  • Coverage from El Periódico contrasted the upbeat message with about €230 million in cumulative losses over Laporta’s five seasons and a €17 million negative result in 2024–25, describing the event as clearly pre-electoral ahead of next year’s presidential vote.