On Sunday, May 21, FC Barcelona members decisively re-elected Joan Laporta as club president, securing 68.18% of the votes. His project, 'Defensem el Barça,' garnered 32,934 votes, far ahead of opponent Víctor Font, who received 29.78%.
La Liga president Javier Tebas commented on the results, highlighting the significant vote difference as a sign of strong member confidence in Laporta’s plans. He noted that under Laporta’s leadership, Barcelona has improved its management and financial fair play compliance. Tebas encouraged the club to maintain this approach over the next five years.
Laporta’s re-election signals a continuation of the current strategic direction focused on stability and financial responsibility. La Liga anticipates Barcelona will soon meet the 1:1 wage-cost rule, allowing more flexibility in the transfer market. This new term opens prospects for strengthening Barcelona both on and off the field.
The decisive victory reflects fans' and members’ approval of continuity, sending a clear message to La Liga and the broader football community that Barcelona intends to follow a proven development path in the upcoming years.
