Joan Laporta has been re-elected president of FC Barcelona after securing more than 68 percent 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. His closest rival, Victor Font, received nearly 30 percent of the votes, while the remainder were void or invalid.
The victory marks Laporta’s second consecutive term and fourth overall as Barcelona president. He previously led the club from 2003 to 2010, a period that included the appointment of Pep Guardiola as head coach.
Reacting to the result, the 63-year-old expressed confidence about the club’s future. “It makes us unstoppable. No one will stop us. Exciting years lie ahead,” Laporta said.
He also pledged to strengthen the first team and complete the redevelopment of the Camp Nou, stressing that the club and its members would defend Barcelona “against everything and everyone.”
The election recorded a turnout of 42.34 percent, with almost 48,500 members casting their votes.
Barcelona have faced financial challenges in recent years but are enjoying a strong season, winning a domestic treble and currently leading rivals Real Madrid by four points in La Liga.
The Catalan side are also preparing for the second leg of their UEFA Champions League last-16 tie against Newcastle United F.C. after a 1-1 draw in the first leg.
