BARCELONA PRESIDENT, JOAN LAPORTA, RE-ELECTED WITH OVER 68% OF VOTES

Joan Laporta has been re-elected as president of FC Barcelona after securing more than 68% of the votes in the club’s presidential election.

According to reports by BBC Sport on Monday, Laporta defeated his main challenger, Victor Font, who received close to 30% of the votes, while the remaining ballots were declared void or invalid.

The victory grants Laporta a new five-year mandate beginning on 1 July 2026. It will mark his second consecutive term and the fourth time he has served as president of the Catalan giants. He previously led the club between 2003 and 2010, a period widely remembered for the appointment of legendary coach Pep Guardiola.

Reacting to his victory, the 63-year-old expressed confidence about the club’s future.

“It makes us unstoppable. No one will stop us. Exciting years lie ahead,” Laporta said.

He also promised to strengthen the first team and complete the ongoing redevelopment of the club’s iconic stadium, Camp Nou.

Laporta emphasised that both the club and its members would continue to defend Barcelona “against everything and everyone.”

The election recorded a turnout of 42.34%, with nearly 48,500 club members casting their votes.

Despite facing financial challenges in recent years, Barcelona are currently enjoying a strong season. The club recently secured a domestic treble and holds a four-point lead over rivals Real Madrid in La Liga.

Barcelona are also preparing for the second leg of their UEFA Champions League round-of-16 clash against Newcastle United after a 1-1 draw in the first leg.