Barcelona president Joan Laporta has voiced his support for La Liga president Javier Tebas as tensions escalate between Real Madrid and the league. Laporta criticized Real Madrid for opposing various stakeholders in Spanish football, suggesting they aim to undermine the current system.
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He expressed confidence in Tebas’s ability to handle criticism, asserting that the La Liga president has the necessary experience to address attacks from Real Madrid. Laporta emphasized, “Madrid aren’t happy with anyone and want to ruin everything… They’re against everyone: La Liga, the Spanish Football Federation.”
He indicated that Real Madrid's dissatisfaction stems from an inability to accept their circumstances. “They’re going to ruin everything they possibly can,” Laporta said.
In further remarks, Laporta dismissed concerns about Real Madrid’s actions, stating, “I care little about what Real Madrid does, as long as they don’t mess with Barça.” He reiterated his support for Tebas, highlighting his capability to contend with the club's adversarial stance, which Laporta claimed threatens not only La Liga but also the Refereeing Committee and the Spanish Federation.
Shifting to Barcelona’s sporting ambitions, Laporta discussed the importance of upcoming matches, expressing confidence in the team’s performance. He praised Deco’s recruitment efforts and coach Thomas Flick’s management, stating, “We’ve got a brilliant team… and plenty of talent and team spirit.”
Barcelona's upcoming fixtures include a match against Real Betis, a Champions League encounter with Paris Saint-Germain, and El Clásico against Real Madrid. Laporta believes his squad has the depth to succeed in these crucial games, stating, “It’s feasible; we’ve got the squad to do it.” He concluded by encouraging fans to savor the challenges ahead.