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Barcelona Faces Financial Struggles Ahead of Transfer Deadline

8/22/2025

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FC Barcelona must register players, including left-back Gerard Martín, before the transfer window closes.
The club faces challenges with LaLiga's 1:1 spending rule, which restricts expenditures based on income.
A failed VIP seat sale aimed at generating €100 million has impacted compliance with this rule.
Selling youth player Marc Casadó is considered to ease financial pressures.

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Story summary

FC Barcelona must register players, including left-back Gerard Martín, before the transfer window closes.
The club faces challenges with LaLiga's 1:1 spending rule, which restricts expenditures based on income.
A failed VIP seat sale aimed at generating €100 million has impacted compliance with this rule.
Selling youth player Marc Casadó is considered to ease financial pressures.