FC Barcelona has released an official statement denying that UEFA has initiated a new investigation into the Negreira case. According to the club, UEFA has not opened any new proceedings against them, and the existing investigation has been ongoing since 2023. The club maintains that it has fully cooperated with European football's governing body throughout the inquiry.
The Negreira case has been a subject of controversy, with Real Madrid submitting documentation to UEFA regarding the matter. However, UEFA has confirmed that the documentation will be reviewed within the scope of the existing investigation, rather than triggering a separate inquiry. The governing body has not made any new requests to FC Barcelona nor has it forwarded Real Madrid's complaint to the club.
FC Barcelona has emphasized that it has fulfilled every request made by investigators and has complied with all their requests. The club pointed out that the initial investigation into the Negreira case was never officially closed in the first place, and therefore, the proceedings have not been reopened. This clarification aims to dispel any speculation about the club facing new disciplinary action.
UEFA's decision to review the documentation submitted by Real Madrid is part of the ongoing investigation into the Negreira case. The governing body's ethics and disciplinary inspectors will assess the materials to determine what action, if any, is appropriate. FC Barcelona has reiterated its full cooperation with the competent authorities and called for accuracy in reporting the procedure.
The club has highlighted that UEFA has consistently granted it a UEFA license without any objections throughout the entire inquiry. FC Barcelona has continued to compete in European tournaments without interruption, demonstrating that UEFA has raised no fundamental barriers to its ongoing participation. This has allowed the club to maintain its presence in European football.
FC Barcelona's statement aims to provide clarity on the situation and reassure fans and stakeholders. The club has stressed that it has always complied with UEFA's requests and will continue to cooperate with the governing body. By releasing an official statement, the club seeks to put an end to speculation and rumors surrounding the Negreira case.
The ongoing investigation into the Negreira case has been a subject of interest for football fans and stakeholders. FC Barcelona's denial of a new UEFA investigation and its emphasis on cooperation with the governing body aim to provide transparency and clarity on the situation. The club will continue to work with UEFA to resolve the matter.
Key points
- FC Barcelona says UEFA has not opened new disciplinary proceedings against the club.
- The club maintains it has fully cooperated with UEFA throughout the inquiry.
- UEFA will review documentation submitted by Real Madrid within the scope of the existing investigation.
