
Barcelona’s attempt to register Dani Olmo’s contract with La Liga has hit a major roadblock. Judge Ignacio Fernández, presiding over Commercial Court No. 10 in Barcelona, dismissed the club’s legal challenge on Friday, dealing a blow to their plans for the Spanish midfielder.
Legal Rejection and Next Steps
Despite the court’s rejection, Barcelona intends to file a fresh lawsuit against La Liga in hopes of overturning the decision. The club argues that certain player registration rules enforced by La Liga lack validity, as they were established by bodies like the La Liga Representatives Commission, which Barcelona claims lack proper jurisdiction.
Urgent Deadline
Time is running out for Barcelona, with a hard deadline of December 31 to register Olmo’s contract. Failure to do so could result in the player considering alternative clubs for the second half of the season.
The Legal Context
The court’s decision came after a hearing on Monday, where legal representatives from both Barcelona and La Liga presented their cases at the Ciutat de la Justícia in Barcelona. The ruling aligns with La Liga’s strict financial regulations, which have previously complicated Barcelona’s player registrations.
Barcelona’s Position
Barcelona is now banking on the success of its new legal approach to secure Dani Olmo’s place in the squad for the remainder of the season. If unsuccessful, the midfielder may explore opportunities elsewhere, adding to the club’s mounting challenges in the transfer market.
This development underscores the growing tensions between Barcelona and La Liga over financial and regulatory constraints, with the club determined to fight for its player registrations despite legal setbacks.