The candidate reaffirms that “Defensem el Barça” is about preserving the identity and independence of FC Barcelona “to prevent it from being changed,” and promotes “a unique way of doing things.”
Joan Laporta officially announced the “Defensem el Barça” candidacy this morning, following the validation of the signatures submitted to the Club on Monday, March 2. The candidate introduced the members of his team, with whom he aims to renew the trust of the club’s members in the elections on March 15.
During his speech, Laporta emphasized that “defending Barça is about preserving the identity and independence of the Club so that no one changes it,” and highlighted “a unique way of doing things, faithful to Barça’s values.”
The candidate also highlighted the experience and commitment of the people on the team, many of whom hold responsibilities in the current Board of Directors, and others who are joining to further strengthen the sporting, economic, and institutional project of FC Barcelona.
Presentation of the candidacy members:
The presentation of the “Defensem el Barça” candidacy officially introduced the members of the team.
In the second row, from left to right: Josep Maria Albert, entrepreneur in the consumer electronics sector and retail consultant; Miquel Camps, former deputy spokesperson of the Board and entrepreneur in the installations sector; Jaume Nicolàs, entrepreneur in the automotive sector and owner of the Nima Group; Carles Ayats, managing partner of Grupo Ayats with over three decades of experience in real estate development; Carme Hortalà, former president of the FC Barcelona Economic Commission; Jaume Santiveri, entrepreneur in the real estate sector specialized in tourism and residential; Xavier Barniol, co-owner of Berga Resort and Berga Residencial; Xavier Barbany, former executive responsible for FC Barcelona roller hockey and president of Infinita Holding.
In the first row, from left to right, the team is completed by: Antonio Escudero, former vice president of the Club’s Social Area; Ferran Olivé, former treasurer of the Club; Maria Elena Fort, former vice president of the Institutional Area and spokesperson of FC Barcelona; Joan Laporta, candidate for re-election; Xavier Puig, former executive responsible for women’s football; Joan Soler, former executive responsible for youth football; Aureli Mas, former executive responsible for futsal.
Laporta stressed that all members of the team “are people who love the Club, with clear ideas, personality, and judgment, and with a special sensitivity when it comes to defending Barça.”
The candidate concluded by assuring that, if members renew their trust in the project, the Club will continue working to consolidate economic stability, complete the Espai Barça, strengthen institutional prestige, and achieve new sporting milestones.