Joan Laporta re-elected Barcelona president, beating Victor Font

Laporta secured re-election largely because of the progress Barcelona have made on the pitch in recent years.

The domestic treble that Hansi Flick won in his first season at the club, as well as other subsequent trophies, helped restore the club’s competitive reputation and convinced many members that the current sporting project was moving in the right direction.

Laporta’s support was also shaped by the difficult situation he inherited when he returned to the presidency in 2021. Barcelona faced serious financial problems and an unbalanced squad after the tenure of Josep Maria Bartomeu.

Economic damage caused by the Covid pandemic deepened the crisis and left the club with significant debts. Over time, many members came to believe that Laporta had at least begun to steady the club during a challenging period.

Another important factor was the emergence of several young talents during Laporta’s presidency. Players such as Lamine Yamal, Pau Cubarsi, Marc Bernal and Fermin Lopez established themselves in the first team, strengthening confidence in the club’s long-term sporting direction.

Laporta has also benefited from visible support within the club – with the coach, staff and a number of first-team players openly backing his leadership and radiating a sense of unity behind the current project.

Finally, the opposition campaign also struggled to gain momentum. Laporta’s main rival Font found it difficult to convince members that a change of leadership was needed. Many voters ended up opting for continuity rather than risk a move away from a project that had recently produced results.

Laporta’s re-election indicates a clear sign of confidence from Barcelona’s members in the direction the club has taken in recent years.

Despite financial controversies, his leadership eventually produced tangible results on the field that earned him the support of both key personnel and the team.