Joan Laporta begins new term at Barcelona with five new board members
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 3:20 PM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
Joan Laporta's new presidential term at Barcelona officially starts with the formation of a revamped board of directors. Five new directors will join the leadership, while all seven members of the interim board will step down but are set to be reappointed. The new board will focus on crucial issues affecting the club's future. Important appointments include economist Carme Hortala and property developer Carles Ayats, expected to bolster Barcelona's financial management. Laporta also aims to reinforce the economic department during this term.
- •Laporta's presidential term begins after a board reshuffle.
- •Five new executive members will join the board.
- •Current interim board will step down but remain reappointed.
- •Carme Hortala and Carles Ayats are notable new members.
- •New board focuses on Barcelona's future economic strategy.
- 3:20 PMYahoo Sports — Joan Laporta’s new Barcelona board to include five new executives
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