A report from El Mundo reveals that a former vice president of the Referees Technical Committee sent another burofax to Fútbol Club Barcelona. The document alleges that the recipient club had received many favors over years and that confidential arrangements were made, with the aim of securing payments to the correspondent who had provided services for the club.
The message details a claim that the club’s leadership, including João Laporta and other former presidents, directed the arrangement of technical consulting services through the presidency. The document asserts fees were set for each presidency and that payments for those services were approved as part of a continuing relationship between the two entities.
Breaking updates indicate that Negreira again requested financial compensation, arguing that a long history of favors and trust justified arrears. He pointed to Mr. Laporta, asserting that he had received guidance and that exclusivity was imposed on him. A link to a concise social media post accompanied the report.
According to the latest notes, the request sought settlement of overdue payments for services delivered on behalf of the presidents named in the burofax. Reminders are made that payments to a former intermediary stopped after the 2017-18 season, marking the end of a tenure with the refereeing body.
The Cadena Ser program Què t’hi jugues provided figures showing payments to DASNIL 95 SL, a company associated with Negreira. Reported amounts include 532,728.02 euros in 2016, 541,752 euros in 2017, and 318,200 euros in subsequent years. Additional reporting indicated that Negreira’s relationship with Barcelona dates back to 2001, spanning presidencies of Joan Gaspart and early terms of Laporta and Rosell, totaling around 1,685,142 euros.
Barça’s Push for Exclusivity
The information suggests that since 2003, the DASNIL 95 company has provided technical consulting services on behalf of the club’s presidents. The arrangement reportedly adapted to FC Barcelona’s needs, including staff hiring and training to ensure exclusive work with the club, limiting services to other clients.
Negreira also expresses surprise over unresolved invoices totaling 267,047 euros, suggesting a possible administrative error and asking for a quick resolution within ten working days to settle the payments.
Silence from Real Madrid and Reactions from Rivals
Real Madrid has opted for silence amid this new scandal involving its traditional rival. The lack of public comment is seen by some as a possible commentary on the broader context of competition and past collaborations in European football.
Meanwhile, clubs such as Sevilla FC and Espanyol have taken a firmer stance, issuing statements that express concern and outrage about the recent events. These reactions reflect a divide within the league as authorities and teams navigate the implications of the proceedings.
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