Barça In Question: Legal Steps After Leaks About Rosell Case
On Monday, a member of FC Barcelona announced plans to pursue legal action against former commissioner Jose Manuel Villarejo. The action follows a public interview in which the speaker claimed that information about former president Sandro Rosell came from people close to Joan Laporta, a detail that had previously contributed to Rosell receiving a 22-month prison sentence. The assertion is being treated with caution by the club. In a statement to RAC1, Villarejo indicated he believed the events occurred, saying that individuals connected to the president who dismissed him played a role in leaking Rosell’s information. The Barcelona club publicly rejects these claims as entirely false and is preparing or pursuing legal remedies to address the matter.
During the interview, Villarejo also referenced Rosell’s preventive detention and summarized his view of political clashes. He described three types of adversaries in politics: those who are angered, those who are aggressive, and allies who share sensitive information. He asserted that in Rosell’s case, Laporta was responsible for providing information about Rosell. This statement adds another layer to a longer debate about the handling of Rosell’s case and the people who might have influenced outcomes.
Additionally, Villarejo mentioned Xavier Martorell, described as a partner in a detective firm connected to the security framework of FC Barcelona and noted as someone who continues to collaborate with national intelligence channels. The interview ties these connections to broader security and information networks surrounding the club. Attribution for these remarks remains in the public record, and the club has called the claims inaccurate while also recognizing the ongoing legal proceedings that may clarify the situation.