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Barcelona respond to Real Madrid, UEFA statements on Negreira Case

Barcelona have issued a statement in response to communications from UEFA and Real Madrid today. UEFA confirmed receipt of documentation regarding the Negreira Case from Real Madrid earlier, while Los Blancos then called on Europe’s governing body to work with…

Published: Thursday, 1 October 2026 at 5:23 PM
Barcelona respond to Real Madrid, UEFA statements on Negreira Case
Key Things to Know
  • Barcelona issued a statement clarifying that UEFA has not opened any new proceedings in the Negreira Case.
  • Real Madrid submitted documentation to UEFA and demanded action with the utmost urgency.
  • Barcelona stated that UEFA's investigation began in 2023 and has remained continuously ongoing rather than reopened.
The Story in 60 Seconds

FC Barcelona have issued a formal statement addressing recent communications from UEFA and Real Madrid regarding the ongoing Negreira Case. The Catalan club clarified that UEFA has not opened or reactivated any new proceedings against them, explaining that the investigation initiated in 2023 was never closed. Barcelona noted that UEFA merely confirmed receipt of documentation from Real Madrid, which will be reviewed within the existing framework.

Barcelona emphasized that investigators have not forwarded Real Madrid's complaint or requested further information from the club. The proceedings remain subject to the ongoing criminal case in Spain, during which Barcelona has continued competing in UEFA tournaments. The investigation is reportedly expected to conclude by the end of the year, ahead of the scheduled El Clasico match on October 26.

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