JOAN LAPORTA

Barcelona president Joan Laporta criticises officials for favouring Real Madrid

Barcelona president Joan Laporta has once again attacked Real Madrid, renewing his criticism of officiating standards in La Liga following the capital club's weekend victory.

04 Feb 2026

Joan Laporta 'demands' Barcelona target more trophies

Barcelona president Joan Laporta has laid out the club's ambitions for the season after attending the Festa de l'Esport Catala, where goalkeeper Joan Garcia received the Premio Proyeccion 2025 award.

27 Jan 2026

Joan Laporta comments reignite tensions in Barcelona-Real Madrid feud

Joan Laporta has reignited the tension between Barcelona and Real Madrid after declaring that Los Blancos "represent power", while insisting Barcelona stand for "freedom".

05 Dec 2025

Barcelona president: Lionel Messi return to Barcelona unrealistic

Barcelona president Joan Laporta has ruled out the possibility of Lionel Messi returning to the club as a player, describing such speculation as "unrealistic."

12 Nov 2025

Joan Laporta reveals Barcelona's last-minute escape from Champions League ban

Barcelona President Joan Laporta has revealed that the club were on the brink of being banned from the UEFA Champions League over repeated Financial Fair Play breaches before negotiating a reduced fine of 15 million euros.

21 Oct 2025

Joan Laporta reveals Marcus Rashford was always Barcelona's top target

Barcelona president Joan Laporta has lifted the lid on the club's transfer pursuits, revealing that Marcus Rashford was always their top target ahead of Nico Williams and Luis Diaz.

25 Jul 2025