In a dramatic twist, La Liga is challenging Barcelona’s recent decision to re-register Dani Olmo and Pau Victor, adding more tension to the already turbulent relationship between the Spanish league and the cash-strapped Catalan club.
The Struggle to Register Olmo and Victor
Barcelona’s attempts to re-register both Dani Olmo, a £50 million signing from RB Leipzig, and Pau Victor have been met with complications.
Although the players were initially unable to register due to Barcelona’s salary cap being exceeded, the club fought hard to ensure they could continue playing.
The situation became even more tense when the Higher Sports Council (CSD) granted a temporary injunction, allowing both players to play despite La Liga’s objections.
This ruling came after weeks of uncertainty for the players, with Barcelona working hard to comply with La Liga’s stringent financial rules.
The CSD’s approval meant that both players were cleared to feature in Barcelona’s Super Cup squad, although neither player made it into the starting lineup or the substitutes for their semi-final against Athletic Club.
La Liga Responds: Legal Action and Criticism
Unsurprisingly, La Liga and other rival clubs have strongly opposed the decision.
Atlético Madrid, in particular, voiced its concern, accusing the CSD’s ruling of undermining the league’s financial controls and fairness.
The club argued that allowing Barcelona to bypass economic regulations could set a dangerous precedent, threatening the integrity of La Liga’s financial system.
Atletico expressed their worry that the decision jeopardizes “the rules of the game,” particularly the economic control that has been instrumental in maintaining financial discipline within Spanish football.
They stated that it risks opening the door to further rule-breaking, undermining the competitive balance of the league.
Barcelona’s Defense and the CSD’s Justification
On the other hand, the CSD defended its decision, arguing that not allowing the registrations of Olmo and Victor would harm both the players and Barcelona, as well as the interests of the Spanish national team.
According to the CSD, preventing their registration could cause significant economic and sporting harm, with consequences reaching beyond just Barcelona.
Barcelona’s appeal, which was lodged with a 52-page legal document, has found some backing, but the final ruling is yet to come.
La Liga’s legal battle aims to challenge the CSD’s provisional approval, with hopes of invalidating the ruling on the grounds that La Liga and the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) were not given a chance to defend their position before the decision was made.
A Risk for Future Transfers
While Barcelona may have won this round, the situation surrounding Olmo’s re-registration could have lasting effects.
Barcelona forward Raphinha recently warned that such controversies might make future transfer targets hesitant to join the club, given the uncertainty around financial and regulatory matters.
The re-registration saga could potentially tarnish Barcelona’s reputation in the transfer market, making it harder for them to attract top talent in the future.
As it stands, the legal proceedings will continue, and both Olmo and Victor are free to play until a final decision is made.
However, the ongoing conflict between Barcelona, La Liga, and other clubs shows no signs of resolving anytime soon.b
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