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How much have Barcelona spent on transfers under Joan Laporta?

Barcelona are one of the world's biggest football clubs, and they have spent big on multiple new signings despite their financial struggles. In total, how much have they spent under Joan Laporta?

Published: Sunday, 25 October 2026 at 9:14 PM
How much have Barcelona spent on transfers under Joan Laporta?
Key Things to Know
  • Barcelona have spent €920.8 million on transfers during Joan Laporta's two spells as president.
  • The club generated €475.1 million in player sales under Laporta, resulting in a €351.2 million net spend.
  • Anthony Gordon is reported as Laporta's most expensive signing, joining Barcelona in a permanent €80 million deal.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Barcelona have spent a total of €920.8 million on transfers across Joan Laporta's two spells as club president. The club spent €371.5 million during his initial stint from 2003 to 2010 and an additional €547.3 million during his second presidency. His tenure has generated €475.1 million from player sales, leaving the Catalan side with an overall net spend of €351.2 million under his leadership.

Anthony Gordon ranks as Laporta's most expensive signing following an €80 million permanent transfer from Newcastle in 2026, ahead of Zlatan Ibrahimovic's €69.5 million move from Inter Milan in 2009. Meanwhile, French forward Ousmane Dembele stands as Laporta's record sale after moving to Paris Saint-Germain for €50 million in 2023.

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