Barcelona reinstated the financial 1:1 rule earlier this year, signaling the official conclusion of their financial crisis. Nevertheless, it’s evident that there is still much work to be done.
Joan Laporta had to sell the VIP boxes of the new Spotify Camp Nou at the last minute to make sure Barcelona adhered to the 1:1 rule.
Two Middle Eastern companies participated as investors, contributing a total of €100 million for the VIP boxes.
Although Barcelona successfully registered new contracts for Pedri, Gavi, Pau Cubarsi, and Ronald Araujo following this development, others, like Inigo Martinez’s, have been delayed due to limited space on the payroll.
Looking for investors
According to a recent report from MARCA, Barcelona president Joan Laporta has gone to the Middle East this week in search of additional funds to invest in the club by selling the remaining VIP boxes.
He has held discussions with multiple parties interested in acquiring the rights and can guarantee the club remains compliant with the 1:1 rule if these deals are successfully completed.
It’s important to note that Laporta is not just focused on selling VIP boxes but is also offering various other sponsorship opportunities. The main goal is to generate funds and improve the club’s Financial Fair Play (FFP) situation.
While the president is actively working to secure funding, it’s evident that Barcelona is not concerned about the deals already made or the potential risk of missed payments.
In fact, one of the two companies that bought the VIP boxes in December paid the full €30 million upfront, while the second investor paid €28 million of the €70 million pledged.
If the remaining amount is not paid, Barcelona will retain the €28 million already received and can sell the VIP boxes again, guaranteeing payment security.
As a result, the Blaugrana’s 1:1 situation is largely secure, and Laporta’s current goal in the Middle East is to enhance it further.
Additionally, there is confidence regarding the status of Dani Olmo and Pau Victor, despite La Liga’s attempts to disrupt their situations.
