Barcelona Take Legal Steps Against Florentino Pérez
FC Barcelona have officially announced that they are pursuing legal action against Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez following comments the club describes as false, slanderous, and damaging to its image.
In a statement released by the Catalan giants, Barcelona confirmed that they have filed a mandatory request for conciliation, a legal procedure that precedes the filing of a criminal complaint under Spanish law.
The club’s action relates to statements allegedly made by Pérez during a press conference on May 12 and in a subsequent media interview the following day.
What Barcelona Said
According to the club’s official statement, Barcelona believes that certain comments made by the Real Madrid president constitute slander under Article 205 of the Spanish Criminal Code.
Barcelona stated that the purpose of the legal action is to obtain a formal retraction from Pérez regarding statements that the club claims were made knowingly despite being false.
The statement further emphasized that the comments have negatively affected the image, credibility, and reputation of FC Barcelona.
The club said:
“The objective of this lawsuit is for Mr. Pérez to retract certain statements he made with knowledge of their falsehood and that are slanderous and offensive to the image and reputation of the Club.”
Potential Criminal Complaint
Barcelona also warned that the matter could escalate further if the conciliation process does not produce a satisfactory outcome.
According to the club, failure to properly address the demand could result in a formal criminal complaint being filed against Pérez.
The legal dispute adds another chapter to the historic rivalry between Barcelona and Real Madrid, a rivalry that has extended beyond the football pitch on numerous occasions throughout the years.
A New Flashpoint in the Barcelona-Real Madrid Rivalry
Relations between Spain’s two biggest clubs have often been strained, with disagreements over governance, competition structures, financial matters, and broader issues affecting Spanish football.
This latest legal confrontation threatens to deepen tensions between the clubs at a time when both remain among the most influential institutions in world football.
The situation is likely to attract significant attention across Spain and internationally, particularly given the high-profile figures involved.
What Happens Next?
The next stage of the process will be the conciliation proceedings, during which Pérez will have the opportunity to respond to Barcelona’s demands.
Should no agreement be reached, Barcelona have indicated they are prepared to move forward with a formal criminal complaint.
For now, football fans and legal observers alike will be closely watching developments as the dispute unfolds.
A Significant Development in Spanish Football
Barcelona’s decision to take legal action against Florentino Pérez marks a significant moment in the ongoing rivalry between the two clubs.
Whether the matter is resolved through conciliation or proceeds to court, the dispute is expected to remain a major talking point in Spanish football in the weeks ahead.
