Joan Laporta has been re-elected as president of FC Barcelona after securing more than 68 per cent of the vote in the club’s presidential election.
According to BBC Sport on Monday, Laporta will begin a new five-year term on July 1, 2026, after defeating his main challenger, Victor Font, who garnered nearly 30 per cent of the votes, while the remaining ballots were declared void or invalid.
The victory marks Laporta’s second consecutive term and fourth overall as president of the Spanish club. He previously led Barcelona between 2003 and 2010, a period widely noted for the appointment of Pep Guardiola as manager.
Speaking after the result was announced, the 63-year-old expressed confidence about the club’s future.
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“It makes us unstoppable. No one will stop us. Exciting years lie ahead,” Laporta said.
He also pledged to strengthen the club’s first team and complete the redevelopment of Camp Nou, adding that the club and its members would continue to defend Barcelona “against everything and everyone.”
The election recorded a turnout of 42.34 per cent, with nearly 48,500 club members participating in the voting process.
Barcelona have experienced financial challenges in recent years but are currently enjoying a strong campaign, having already secured a domestic treble while holding a four-point lead over rivals Real Madrid in La Liga.
The Spanish giants are also preparing for the second leg of their UEFA Champions League round-of-16 clash against Newcastle United, after a 1–1 draw in the first leg.