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Xavi Backs Víctor Font as Barcelona Election Fight Intensifies

Xavi’s public support underscores growing opposition to Joan Laporta ahead of Barcelona’s March–May 2026 election window.

Overview

  • Former manager Xavi attended Víctor Font’s ‘Nosaltres’ launch on Monday, aligning himself with the challenger, according to reports from Diario AS and Cadena SER.
  • Joan Laporta told Catalunya Ràdio that the presidential elections must be called between March 15 and May 15, 2026, with the exact date still undecided.
  • Font’s campaign is drawing organized supporter backing, including from Seguiment FCB, Suma Barca and Dignitat Blaugrana.
  • Font has repeatedly criticized Laporta’s stewardship and finances, previously urging him to step aside over the club’s economic situation.
  • Xavi’s stance follows a turbulent end to his coaching tenure under Laporta, featuring a resignation announcement, a brief reversal and a subsequent dismissal.