In the final stage of the Spanish Super Cup, Barcelona staged a thrilling comeback, ultimately defeating their arch-rival Real Madrid 5-2 to claim the title. This championship holds significant meaning for Barcelona, with Laporta becoming a prominent figure in the aftermath.
However, just two days after Barcelona's victory, Laporta's position as club president is facing new uncertainties. His actions regarding the registration issues of Olmo and Victor have angered the La Liga Association's top brass. He even publicly insulted Spanish FA President Tebas, calling them shameless, which has completely offended the interests of the Spanish Football Association, leading them to seek his impeachment and removal from office.
As a result, Laporta finds himself embroiled in endless turmoil. Despite previous reports suggesting that the La Liga Association has reconciled with Laporta, this appears to be mere surface-level appeasement. Laporta's backdoor dealings and privileged behavior have upset too many people, making him a public enemy throughout La Liga. This makes it difficult for him to continue steering the ship at Barcelona, with his dismissal seemingly imminent.
So, who could possibly take over this great club, Barcelona? It's worth noting that none of the previous successors have managed to gracefully retire from the position of Barcelona president, with criticism from the outside never ceasing. Recently, according to Spanish media, club legend Xavi has emerged as a hot candidate. The 44-year-old Xavi, with his years of contributions to Barcelona and managerial experience as a head coach, has become the unanimous choice among fans.
Therefore, should Laporta officially step down, Xavi would have a significant opportunity. However, upon taking office, he will face a series of thorny issues, the most prominent being the players' future with the club. Currently, the futures of De Jong, Araujo, and Fati remain uncertain. Whether they can stay with the team will require decisions from a new leader like Xavi. If not handled properly, it could affect his authority within the team and shake the morale of Barcelona.