Joan Laporta says the possible disqualification of Javier Tebas “is not good news” for Barcelona, despite the La Liga chief being investigated over allegedly leaking confidential information about the club.
Speaking on Catalunya Radio, the Barça president struck an unexpectedly conciliatory tone, insisting relations with La Liga have improved in recent months even as the Administrative Court of Sport (TAD) examine claims Tebas shared sensitive financial details with third parties.
“At this moment, his possible disqualification is not good news,” Laporta said. “Our problems has been resolved and relations are getting better and better.”
The stance is particularly striking given the case itself centres on Barcelona. The complaint, filed by Miguel Galán of CENAFE, accuses Tebas of a “very serious infraction” for allegedly disclosing information relating to Barça’s finances, including issues tied to Camp Nou’s VIP boxes and the registration of Dani Olmo. The investigation could lead to Tebas being barred from his role, though Laporta says he is focused on moving forward.
Camp Nou return labelled a ‘historic day’
Laporta also commented on Barcelona’s return to the Camp Nou, describing it as a landmark moment for the club. Capacity will initially sit just above 60,000 once the 1C licence is approved before the end of the year, he confirmed, with the third tier scheduled to be completed around 2026.
“I have the feeling it is a historic day,” he said, adding that the stadium development will continue in stages as construction ramps up.
Symbolic kick-off planned vs Athletic
Asked who will take the ceremonial kick-off when Barcelona host Athletic, Laporta declined to reveal a name but ruled himself out. “It will be done by a representative person from the FC Barcelona social mass. A person of high symbolic charge. It will be a symbolic kick-off from a veteran member,” he teased.
With tensions cooling between Barça and La Liga’s hierarchy, Laporta now appears keen on stability rather than more institutional warfare, even if Tebas’ future remains up in the air.