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Joan Laporta Re-elected FC Barcelona President, Eyes Messi Return

3/17/2026

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Joan Laporta was re-elected president of FC Barcelona with 68.18% of the votes, extending his leadership through 2031, including the completion of the revamped Spotify Camp Nou.
He defeated Victor Font in the election.
Turnout was about 42% of club members.
Laporta credited recent successes, including a domestic treble last season, for boosting support.
Laporta left the door open for Lionel Messi's potential return.

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Story summary

Joan Laporta was re-elected president of FC Barcelona with 68.18% of the votes, extending his leadership through 2031, including the completion of the revamped Spotify Camp Nou.
He defeated Victor Font in the election.
Turnout was about 42% of club members.
Laporta credited recent successes, including a domestic treble last season, for boosting support.
Laporta left the door open for Lionel Messi's potential return.