Spanish clubs have reportedly threatened La Liga with potential legal consequences if Barcelona are allowed to register Dani Olmo and Pau Victor.
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Barcelona prevented from registering Olmo & Victor Laporta reportedly pulling the strings behind the scenesClubs could take legal steps if La Liga allows Barca to registerFollow GOAL on WhatsApp! 🟢📱WHAT HAPPENED?
Barcelona’s management remains hopeful that La Liga will approve the registrations of Olmo and Victor, following their assertion that the €100 million (£83m/$104m) revenue from selling VIP boxes at Camp Nou satisfies the league's financial requirements. However, the deadline for such registrations has passed, leaving the outcome uncertain.
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According to other La Liga clubs, including Sevilla, Athletic Club, and Atletico Madrid, have intensified pressure on La Liga President Javier Tebas to scrutinize Barcelona’s financial dealings closely. The clubs have expressed concerns over alleged preferential treatment toward the Catalan giants, demanding that no exceptions be made in enforcing league regulations.
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Reports suggest that a group of La Liga clubs are prepared to escalate the matter legally if Barcelona's registrations are approved. Allegations of unfair treatment have surfaced, with rival clubs reportedly threatening to submit a motion to declare the league competition void. They argue that similar cases in the past were handled with stricter enforcement, and showing leniency now would undermine the integrity of the league.
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The standoff between Barcelona, La Liga, and rival clubs reflects broader tensions within Spanish football. The outcome of this case could set a precedent for how financial regulations are enforced in the future. For Joan Laporta, the stakes are especially high, as a failure to secure the registrations may lead to further questions about his leadership and Barcelona's financial strategies.