Rafa Yuste, the interim president of Barcelona, openly expressed his dream of winning the Champions League as the club’s president. He made these remarks during the customary directors’ luncheon before the crucial match against Newcastle United, where he also served as the master of ceremonies.
"It would be a dream to lift the Champions League trophy as president," Yuste said, recalling his previous experiences winning the tournament as vice-president. Now, he hopes to achieve the feat alongside the team and fans in his current leadership role.
He also expressed a desire to accomplish this together with Joan Laporta, the club’s president-elect, who will officially return after June 30. Yuste praised the warm support Laporta enjoys from players and staff and highlighted the impact of new addition Deco to the coaching setup.
Regarding the upcoming match against Newcastle, Yuste acknowledged the challenge it poses and reminded everyone that the game determines Barcelona’s spot in the quarterfinals. He called on the team to give their all in this crucial encounter.
Such candid remarks from the club’s interim president underline Barcelona’s ambitious mindset and readiness to compete for Europe’s top prize, assuring fans that even during transition periods the club maintains its fighting spirit and aspirations.
