The Real Federación Española de Fútbol (RFEF) has confirmed that the registration activities referenced in recent reports were completed on Thursday. This update comes as part of ongoing judicial proceedings tied to the Negreira case, a high-profile investigation into payments linked to FC Barcelona. The authorities have indicated that the focus of the current phase centers on the management and governance structures that governed the federation in its two prior stages. Throughout the proceedings, officials from the federation have stated that they were cooperative and transparent, reinforcing their commitment to clarity and accountability for the sake of the sport in Spain.
On Thursday, a significant development occurred when the Civil Guard conducted a search and documentation seizure at the offices of the Technical Referee Committee within the RFEF. The operation was carried out under the authority of a Barcelona judge who is overseeing the case examining payments that have drawn scrutiny in relation to FC Barcelona. Judicial sources have confirmed that the documents sought include materials that could illuminate the conduct of former presidents of the club, Josep Maria Bartomeu and Sandro Rosell, who are among the defendants in the matter. This move underscores the ongoing seriousness with which the case is being pursued and the expectation that various facets of the federation’s previous leadership will be scrutinized as part of the wider inquiry.
In a formal statement, the federation described the action as a documentary search conducted at the headquarters of the Technical Referees Committee. The investigation, referred to as the Negreira Case, is described as examining activities and decisions tied to two tiers of federative administration. The RFEF stressed that the current leadership was addressed in the inquiry and reiterated its stance that the federation’s operations remain under scrutiny to ensure full adherence to legal and ethical standards. The message conveyed by the federation emphasizes the importance of cooperation with the state security forces and the judiciary as they work to uncover the facts behind the allegations and to establish a clear record of events.
Looking ahead, the RFEF affirmed its ongoing willingness to assist authorities in their work. Officials indicated that every available resource would be mobilized to provide accurate information and to facilitate the rapid resolution of the case. The federation’s aim is to bring clarity to the disputed matters and to demonstrate that its governance practices meet the expectations of players, clubs, and fans across Spain. Observers note that the Negreira case has broad implications for governance, transparency, and the integrity of football administration, highlighting the vigilance of law enforcement and the judiciary in overseeing sports organizations and their leadership. The outcome of the investigations will likely influence how sports bodies manage relationships with third-party advisers and how they document and justify sponsorship and consulting arrangements in the future. This evolving situation continues to attract attention from sports officials, legal experts, and supporters who want to see decisive action that reinforces trust in the game. (Source: official statements and court filings, and reporting from European press agencies)