Barcelona Officially Withdraws from the Super League, Leaving Perez to Face the Project Alone

The Barcelona club announced, in an official statement, its final withdrawal from the European Super League project, after informing the organizing bodies and participating clubs of its decision, in a move that is considered a strong blow to Real Madrid president Florentino Perez, who has been one of the main supporters of the competition since its launch.

Laporta Resolves the Controversy Surrounding Barcelona's Position

The decision came to put an end to the speculations that had arisen over the past months, especially after previous statements by club president Joan Laporta, in which he hinted at the possibility of withdrawal. Laporta confirmed that Barcelona's management seeks to achieve stability and sustainability in football, pointing out that the ambiguity surrounding the project and the long wait without a final resolution no longer serves the club's interests.

The Super League... A Project Born Amidst Widespread Controversy

The European Super League project was launched in 2021 at the initiative of a group of major clubs, aiming to create a closed tournament that includes the elite European teams, to be a direct competitor to UEFA competitions, primarily the Champions League, with promises of greater financial returns and economic stability for the participating clubs.

Sequential Withdrawals Weaken the Project

The project has seen a gradual decline after a wave of withdrawals from several founding clubs, amid widespread public and sporting pressure. With Barcelona announcing its withdrawal, Real Madrid is viewed as the most prominent remaining party defending the project, which poses significant challenges for the future of the Super League.