Barcelona regains influence in European football governance

Barcelona has restored its institutional power in European football, recovering from a crisis that weakened its position during the 2020-21 season. Under president Joan Laporta, the club has regained its place in key organizations like UEFA and has improved its relationship with La Liga. The club's return to the European Football Clubs body was unanimously approved in February 2026, setting the stage for potential leadership roles in the future. Barcelona's resurgence on the pitch, highlighted by significant titles under coach Hansi Flick, has bolstered their stature both sportingly and financially, with recent support from major financial institutions to fund the Espai Barca project.

• 6:20 AMYahoo Sports — Barcelona have regained their institutional power among top European bodies – report