Barcelona president Joan Laporta has announced his resignation, effective immediately, to run for re-election, according to multiple reports on February 9, 2026.
Laporta, addressing club media on February 8, 2026, offered a positive assessment of his recent term, stating, “The assessment is positive, we worked together to bring joy back to the fans of Barcelona. We have a team that the fans love and we should be proud because the fans are happy and living a great moment in our history, and because we made the right decisions.” He too highlighted the club’s organizational strength, attributing it to the members’ trust.
The outgoing president acknowledged the significant challenge of addressing the club’s inherited debts and securing financial viability, noting they are now “in a moment of economic recovery.” The Camp Nou renovation, he added, was a crucial but difficult undertaking.
Laporta also addressed the controversial topic of the Super League, confirming Barcelona’s withdrawal. He also took aim at Real Madrid, describing their rivalry as a “source of annoyance.”
Recent reports suggest that the future of manager Hansi Flick is tied to the outcome of the upcoming elections. Mوقع 24 reports that Flick is considering resigning at the end of the season if Laporta does not win re-election. Deco’s position within the club could also be in jeopardy depending on the election results.
Laporta also praised Deco, stating, “Deco is credited with engineering Barcelona’s transition from crisis to safety.”
The elections for the Barcelona presidency have been officially scheduled, though the exact date was not specified in reports. This move comes as Real Betis recently ended Atletico Madrid’s unbeaten streak at home with a 1-0 victory in La Liga, adding another layer of competition to the Spanish football landscape.
