FC Barcelona Faces Deadline on Player Registrations Amid Legal Appeal

BARCELONA, Spain — FC Barcelona is navigating a critical situation regarding the registration of players Dani Olmo and Pau Víctor, as they await a ruling from the sports authority. On January 8, the Higher Sports Council (CSD) temporarily granted registration for the two players, but pending the outcome of an appeal filed by the club, the future remains uncertain.

The situation arose after LaLiga, led by President Javier Tebas, claimed that FC Barcelona submitted necessary documentation for registration three days past the official deadline of December 31. Barcelona, however, contends that they submitted the paperwork correctly and on time, striving to uphold their financial standings.

The deadline for resolving this conflict looms large, with a decision expected by April 8. FC Barcelona remains positive about their chances of achieving permanent registrations for Olmo and Víctor. A source from the program ‘Què t’hi jugues!’ on Cadena SER indicated that the club is optimistic. Should the decision go against them, Barcelona is reportedly prepared to turn to the ordinary justice system for a precautionary measure allowing the players to continue competing.

This plan relies on the club’s assertion that all documentation required for the players’ registrations was submitted by the deadline. The situation is set to finalize next season, with hopes of registering both players permanently starting July 1.

Adding complexity to the situation, LaLiga had previously validated the sale of VIP seats at the new Spotify Camp Nou, which provided sufficient financial capacity to accommodate the salaries of Olmo and Víctor within Barcelona’s salary cap. Hence, the expectation is that the upcoming summer transfer market will provide clarity and restore normalcy regarding player registrations.

The resolution of this registration conflict is not just vital for the players involved but also carries implications for FC Barcelona’s financial and competitive future. As the club approaches a decisive period, the football community will be keenly watching how this legal battle unfolds.