FC Barcelona is under fire once again. La Liga officially announced a reduction in Barcelona’s salary cap following discrepancies in the accounting of VIP seat sales.
The decision casts uncertainty over the registration of new signings like Dani Olmo and Pau Víctor, as well as the updated contracts of Pedri and Gavi.
What Happened? A Timeline of Events
- On December 31, 2024, Barça presented a VIP seat sale, validated by an independent accountant.
- Based on this validation, La Liga raised the club’s salary cap on January 3, 2025. This allowed the registration of new players and renewed contracts.
- But just a month later, on February 14, La Liga requested an independent investigation from the Spanish Sports Council. No clear answer was received.
- In March, Barça submitted new financial data signed by a third accountant in three months. This new report did not include the VIP seat deal as revenue.
- La Liga then discovered the deal was excluded from the profit and loss statement, which violates NEP (New Economic Parameters).
- As a result, La Liga downgraded Barcelona’s salary cap, blocking the club’s ability to register some players.
What It Means for Barcelona
This decision could prevent the club from registering Dani Olmo and Pau Víctor unless other financial moves are made. It also signals deeper scrutiny on Barça’s financial operations.
Legal Action on the Way
La Liga has confirmed it will file a formal complaint against the accountant who approved the original VIP seat transaction as revenue. The case could set a new precedent for how financial validations are treated in Spanish football.
What’s Next?
FC Barcelona has yet to issue an official response. With a reduced salary cap and potential legal battles ahead, the club faces a critical test in balancing sporting goals with financial compliance.
Barcelona’s financial strategy is once again in the spotlight. As La Liga tightens its regulations, Barça must find ways to restore trust while continuing to compete at the highest level.
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