The breaking news from Africa Top Sports.com confirms that Sandro Rosell has resigned from his position as the president of FC Barcelona, with the Neymar transfer controversy cited as the reason. The reported transfer amount of €95 million, in contrast to the initially announced €57 million, has contributed to the upheaval. Rosell’s temporary replacement is Josep Maria Bartomeu, the former vice-president.
Rosell explained his resignation, stating, “I don’t want an unfair attack to negatively affect the image of the club, and that’s why I think my stage at the club is over. I present my resignation to the committee irrevocably.”
Amid speculation, it is suggested that Joan Laporta, the former president of FC Barcelona from 2003 to 2010, may replace Rosell. Laporta’s tenure saw remarkable success across various sports:
Football:
- Champions Leagues: 2006 and 2009.
- 4 Spanish Championships: 2005, 2006, 2009, and 2010.
- 1 Copa del Rey: 2009.
- 3 Spanish Super Cups: 2005, 2006, and 2009.
- 1 European Super Cup: 2009.
- 1 Club World Cup: 2009.
Basketball:
- 1 Euroleague: 2010.
- 2 Spanish Championships: 2004 and 2009.
- 2 Copas del Rey: 2007 and 2010.
- 2 ACB Super Cups: 2005 and 2009.
Handball:
- 1 Champions League: 2005.
- 1 Spanish Championship: 2006.
- 4 Copas del Rey: 2004, 2007, 2009, and 2010.
- 1 ASOBAL Cup: 2009.
- 2 Spanish Super Cups: 2007 and 2009.
- 1 Super Cup Europe: 2004.
- 3 Pyrenees Leagues: 2005, 2006, and 2007.
Rink Hockey:
- 5 European Leagues: 2004, 2005, 2007, 2008, and 2010.
- 7 Spanish Championships: 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, and 2010.
- 2 Copas del Rey: 2005 and 2007.
- 4 Super Cups Spain: 2005, 2006, 2008, and 2009.
- 4 Continental Cups: 2005, 2006, 2007, and 2008.
- 1 Cers Cup: 2006.
- 2 Intercontinental Cups: 2006 and 2008.
Joan Laporta’s presidency left an indelible mark on FC Barcelona, bringing unprecedented success across multiple sports.
